Licha's Cantina

Review №1

Rating: 4

Ok. I love love Lichas Cantina. However- they changed their menu! I do foodie tours and the absolute hands down best thing was the tuetano on a tostada. The bonemarrow was the star! Brought a recent tour there and got a tuaetano esquate- corn. While it was presented nicely not a single person ate the 5 orders I made! Please bring back the taco with tuetano on it! The corn overshadowed the star of the dish!

Date: a day ago

Review №2

Rating: 4

Stopped in for a quick bite and drink. The food was great but the staff really made this place. We were in town visiting and the bartenders chatted with us forever, gave us a bunch of recommendations and were so friendly. Great place for a night-cap!

Date: a week ago

Review №3

Rating: 5

Date: a week ago

Review №4

Rating: 2

Sad to say, the food was so over salted, I couldn t finish my dish and drinks were weak. Too bad, the atmosphere is great.

Date: a week ago

Review №5

Rating: 2

I used to love this place! Maybe it was a bad night. Server messed up our order several times. Noticed he kept hitting a margarita in between visits. Felt very turn and burn. The food was mediocre and one tasted rotten and we just skipped it after the second attempt at getting the appetizer correct. Margarita was sloppy and salt had gotten dumped in. Not planning to return anytime soon. There are too many other amazing places to eat at than to choose to go here.

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №6

Rating: 5

Went there this Saturday night, had to wait about 40 minutes to get seated, but it was worth it the mole verde enchiladas were amazing, strong drinks, good music and our server the cowboy I believe his name was Andre he was very kind and attentive, everything was goods except there is no A/C

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №7

Rating: 5

Lovely spot and one of my favorites in Austin, I take all my visiting guests. the margaritas here are one of the best in the state of Texas and the atmosphere on a lovely day can not be beat in Austin. The quesadillas are heavenly don t look past them, and we love the skillet style tacos. Don t sleep on the guacamole and Queso Fundido to start your meal. The Mole is also excellent. Octopus and the ceviche were enjoyed by the table

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №8

Rating: 2

The meat was tough the queso flameado wasn t melted at all it just came off in chunks. Wouldn t recommend this place. I guess my payback for this review was becoming nauseous/throwing up all the food when I returned home

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №9

Rating: 5

Loved it!

Date: 4 weeks ago

Review №10

Rating: 5

Solid Margs

Date: a month ago

Review №11

Rating: 5

Delicious food !

Date: a month ago

Review №12

Rating: 5

After spending a quick weekend in Austin, we both agreed dining at Lichas Cantina was probably our favorite part! The ambiance was comforting and eclectic, our service was outstanding and everything we ordered was over the top delicious! The Queso Fundido and Elote appetizers were amazing and once again, Liches knocks it out of the park with the Mezcal selection and cocktails. Truly loved sitting in the back open air patio (was much cooler back there) and a stroll through the kitchen made us feel as though we were back in Oaxaca, in an open air market, people watching and enjoying the vibes. Great Music! Puro Punto Party! Go get some. Dixeebe!

Date: a month ago

Review №13

Rating: 4

Date: a month ago

Review №14

Rating: 4

Date: a month ago

Review №15

Rating: 5

Licha s is an excellent oasis on East 6th for some fantastic Mexican bites and delicious beverages. It s a incredible vibe here and always a fun visit

Date: a month ago

Review №16

Rating: 3

Had higher expectations when walking in. Cute little place with a cozy, homemade vibe. Drinks were disappointing, especially for Austin. Food wasn t at the price point. Build your own taco situation; skillet full enough for five with two tortillas. Saw our server twice, to take the order and to pay the bill.

Date: a month ago

Review №17

Rating: 5

Cozy place for margaritas!

Date: a month ago

Review №18

Rating: 3

We wanted to love this place so much more but unfortunately it left us wanting. The wait staff is very nice, The ambience is so endearing/local and gives a great vibe (but they forgot(?) that this is Austin and summer? the whole place does not have an AC, sure you want to keep the homely eclectic vibe maybe but do something about the heat - mist fans maybe?). The menu is super amazing, we were so excited to see such wonderfully different choices (compared to a lot of other Mexican places) but that is where it stops. The food is just average in taste :( and we wished so much that it would have been better. The Sallops a la veracruzana were likely the only thing that we liked/was better than average. The pollo sopecitos were ok ok and the red snapper tacos were also kind of average. The food was not bad as in we had it but was nothing to rave about or go back to. Still wish somehow that they could do better with how the food tastes.

Date: a month ago

Review №19

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №20

Rating: 2

Pretty massive disappointment. The salsa, chips, and house margaritas were good. Most of the several dishes we tried were between bad and mediocre. But worst was the service. Our waiter went missing for tens of minutes at a time then forgot completely about what he was supposed to bring us. the other waitperson in our section was around much of the time and helped us a few times while our guy was MIA but to be clear he never mentioned having to be away, told us to deal with his colleague, or apologized for ignoring us.

Date: a month ago

Review №21

Rating: 5

Definitely a corner of my land. Do you want 100% Mexican food and atmosphere? Unmatched service! Here it is ! Congratulations See you very soon

Date: 2 months ago

Review №22

Rating: 4

Date: 2 months ago

Review №23

Rating: 5

Good food and a pitcher of marguritas.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №24

Rating: 5

Amazing! Everything and everyone was Amazing!!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №25

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №26

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №27

Rating: 5

Definitely going to check it out again when I can

Date: 3 months ago

Review №28

Rating: 5

This was a favorite when I used to live in Austin, and it still is terrific! Great service, delicious and unique food that fits many diets. So so good.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №29

Rating: 3

Food is good but they have no A/C, so it was hard to enjoy anything about the whole experience. It was close to 100 outside the day we went. Just be mindful of that when you go.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №30

Rating: 5

Had the enchiladas, so good! They dont have flour tortillas, only corn. So lots of gluten free options! If you are a baby with spice, the salsa is spicy, lol. Drinks were good. We went on a Friday around 6pm and were able to be sat right away for two people.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №31

Rating: 5

Everything was great here. The food was incredible. The service amazing and the atmosphere super chill but with an upbeat vibe.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №32

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №33

Rating: 3

Good place to eat, I recommend the Guachinango tikinchic (with pibil), the service a little slow but generally good, I only had the bad experience of ordering a huarache with marrow and I got a piece of plastic hidden under the huarache (of course it They deducted from my account), I know it is a human error but they must work on providing a dish without those types of errors, in general good, the parking is paid and there were many mosquitoes outside where they sat us, at a competitive regular price although I wouldnt consider it cheap.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №34

Rating: 5

We just celebrated my Father s Day celebration Food was great, atmosphere was great, enjoyed every minute of it! Food

Date: 3 months ago

Review №35

Rating: 5

Had a great time! The vibes are awesome and the outdoor area is super immersive. There are a lot of food options, as well as vegetarian which is nice (also noted with a V). All of the food was interesting and overall it was a great experience I would recommend. Vegetarian options: Vegetarian dishes labeled with V, and a good amount of options (not on entree menu, but the portions of the other menu sections are filling.) Parking: Must search for pay to park street parking, wasnt too hard to find a spot but depends on time of day and day of week of course. Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly ! Wheelchair accessibility: There are stairs to enter, and you have to go up and down a bit to get to the back. There are tables on the ground before the stairs out front, so someone in a wheelchair could sit there, but possibly not be able to access the restroom.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №36

Rating: 5

Our last night in Austin we decided to walk down to Lichas for a late light dinner. The atmosphere was so fun and interesting. A house has been transformed to a restaurant and all the different rooms inside are turned into seating areas and they had so many outdoor tables as well. Our server was so friendly and we werent starving so we ordered light and asked her for recommendations. App - ESQUITE (V) Main - PESCADO Y CAMARÓN PIBIL (fish tacos) Both dishes were so good. The fish tacos came highly recommended by our server and they were the best fish tacos Ive ever had. The snapper and shrimp together with the charred veggies was so good. The tacos come out like a fajita skillet and you build your own tacos. Loved this! The vibe, the environment, the food, everything was great. We didnt have a reservation and we were there at about 8pm but Im not sure if we could have just walked up and gotten a table earlier than that. Make a reservation if you want to ensure youre outside or dont want to wait. Great spot in East Austin!

Date: 4 months ago

Review №37

Rating: 5

Must visit, authentic Mexican restaurant in Austin, TX. Our party of 9 dined here for Memorial Day Weekend. Our table reservation was ready on time and the food was delicious. I appreciated that you can see the cooks making the food. Good service and friendly staff. Absolutely will dine here again if Im in town.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №38

Rating: 5

Stopped in on a busy Sat night and got a table within a half hour. Drinks were great and the ceviche and scallop dishes were tremendous.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №39

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №40

Rating: 1

The food very bad Never come again Food

Date: 4 months ago

Review №41

Rating: 2

This place was terrible! When we arrived, we got seated right away at a broken table. One of the servers who wasn t even working with us came over to fix the table and noticed it was broken. The food was absolutely disgusting. The guacamole had feta cheese in it. Both my partner and I were projectile vomiting within 30 minutes of leaving this establishment. Extremely disappointing for someone who was visiting town and spent about 150 dollars on this trash.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №42

Rating: 5

Great food, good portions, super cute vibe!

Date: 4 months ago

Review №43

Rating: 5

Great food

Date: 4 months ago

Review №44

Rating: 5

I love this atmosphere and mole here. Sitting at the bar is awesome too. Cris NYC girl is sweet!

Date: 4 months ago

Review №45

Rating: 5

Authentic Mexican food, great atmosphere, unpretentious while delivering upscale flavors. Birria tacos and margaritas for the WIN.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №46

Rating: 5

Real goat birria and choriqueso! So yummy

Date: 5 months ago

Review №47

Rating: 5

Great service. Incredible cocktails. Delicious food. Chips and Guacamole - 5/5 Alambre Tacos - 5/5 Drinks - 5/5 The steak tacos were delicious. Super big portion for a very reasonable price. Service was great. Drinks were super tasty.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №48

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №49

Rating: 5

I love this place so much. Spectacular

Date: 5 months ago

Review №50

Rating: 5

This place is a groovy East Austin gem! Delicious food, craft cocktails, and lively vibe. Forgot my handbag in there yesterday, and they were so gracious to keep it safe until I picked it up. That only made me love the place more!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №51

Rating: 5

Good, drinks & atmosphere all 5 stars Great spot Food

Date: 5 months ago

Review №52

Rating: 5

Fun and relaxed, great value and good food

Date: 5 months ago

Review №53

Rating: 5

Possibly the best Mexican I have ever eaten at. Been here about 6 times, every visit delights. This is not tex mex but true regional Mexican. Great service managed an additional 10 people to our booking without hassle.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №54

Rating: 5

Remaining Bungalow business with amazing Mexican food!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №55

Rating: 5

Hands down the BEST place Ive eaten at in a loooong time. Fortaleza Blanco for starters. Incredible tequila. Buy it if you can find it! Ordered the Lengua tacos. A more than generous order with pickled vegetables and fresh Pico. Couldnt finish the tortillas. I ate all of the lengua!!language!!! Soft on the inside with a crispy bite on the exterior. It was literally like eating a meat taffy. So soft but chewable, flavor was beefy but seasoned to perfection. Amazing and highly recommended. Sat outside under the trees with an exterior fan. Unique. Loved it. Cant say enough about this place.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №56

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №57

Rating: 4

Date: 5 months ago

Review №58

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №59

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №60

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №61

Rating: 3

Great atmosphere but petty service.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №62

Rating: 5

Great restaurant with great staff and delicious food and great drinks

Date: 6 months ago

Review №63

Rating: 5

Server was knowledgeable and understanding about gluten allergy/cross contamination. Spoke to kitchen to answer my questions when needed and kept me safe. Felt fine after eating here. I d recommend to fellow celiacs! The queso fundido and brisket tacos were delicious. They make their corn tortillas in house! Pretty noisy and lively spot. Dietary restrictions: Good for celiac/gluten free

Date: 6 months ago

Review №64

Rating: 1

I typically do not write reviews (especially negative ones) but I was excited to come here based so on the reviews and menu but sadly there was nothing about this place that was good. Horrible food and the rudest service from the hostess I ve ever encountered. I was told there would be a 30 minute wait and over an hour later when I asked for an update was told that this is what happens when you walk in and to just leave if I didn t like waiting. Seriously, this is how you treat customers?!?

Date: 6 months ago

Review №65

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №66

Rating: 2

The food was served cold, it needed salt/more seasonings, and it was not worth the price. There are so many other good Mexican spots to go to and this one is not it. The service was very bland and the music was too loud to have a conversation. There was also no parking around the area. I would not come here again unfortunately. I was very disappointed considering the good reviews, but I did not have a good experience.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №67

Rating: 5

Yum food and great atmosphere!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №68

Rating: 5

Lovely dining experience. High end Tex mex. The taco portions are huge ! You know it s fresh since you walk through the kitchen to get to the patio. The alambre tacos (steak and bacon) are amazing Service was on point. Not sure his name (he had a duo Mohawk) but he was awesome !! On the ball with everything and during SXSW no less !!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №69

Rating: 5

I love everything about this place. Best authentic Mexican food in town. Too bad its no longer a secret. Drinks are fantastic, highly recommend the scallops and ceviche for smaller plates. The lengua, pastor and veggie tacos are awesome and the chicken mole is the best North of the Mexico border.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №70

Rating: 4

Date: 6 months ago

Review №71

Rating: 2

Me and my partner chose this restaurant to celebrate New Year s Eve. Unfortunately it turned out to be a disaster for us both. The atmosphere and the service was top notch, the food tasted good and was delivered within a few minutes of ordering but the food gave me and my partner an allergic reaction. I am not allergic to anything. Both of us felt extremely sleepy after eating and my partner developed a rash the next day. Essentially making us sleep not even making to the next year awake. What is more disappointing is that I left this feedback on their website to give a chance for them to explain this however it s been over 3 months and neither acknowledgement nor any reply from the team. Very disappointing.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №72

Rating: 5

I have been to Lichas many times and the food and drinks are always on point. Fun, friendly, efficient staff. LOVE LICHAS

Date: 6 months ago

Review №73

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №74

Rating: 5

This was the best Mexican restaurant we visited on our recent trip to Austin and San Antonio. The goat birras au jus were fantastic. Fun atmosphere and friendly staff. Our bartender Chris and server Diana had great food and drink recommendations which made for a memorable evening.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №75

Rating: 5

I went to have some drinks. The margarita on the rocks is super delicious, but what I found the best about this place is the atmosphere that really took me back to Mexico! Good job choosing music!

Date: 7 months ago

Review №76

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №77

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №78

Rating: 5

Great food and ambiance, friendly service, and reasonable prices. Worth checking out.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №79

Rating: 5

Great place and right next to the bars! The food is fantastic and seems authentic!

Date: 7 months ago

Review №80

Rating: 5

Love that the original place is kept in tact. Cute little spot but make sure you make a reservation ahead of time on the weekends.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №81

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №82

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №83

Rating: 5

What a find!!!!! We reserved a table on open table and opted for an inside table since it was a bit chilly (but the outdoor seating looked super fun). The margaritas were perfect. The chorizo queso was mind blowing. And the pork belly carnitas + alambre were authentic and I think we both rolled our eyes in the back of our heads upon tasting them.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №84

Rating: 5

Absolutely LOVED, from the food to the great service to the atmosphere!

Date: 9 months ago

Review №85

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №86

Rating: 5

Excellent Mexican food and drinks!

Date: 9 months ago

Review №87

Rating: 5

my mother loves this place! octopus was yummy yum! cozy and warm and friendly inside. good place to bring parents!

Date: 9 months ago

Review №88

Rating: 5

Its been so long since Ive visited Austin. We were looking to place to eat lunch when Lichas was suggested. I had never heard of it but love trying new places. While trying to find this place we ended up walking between questionable alleys. We finally found the place but ended up in the back of the restaurant. What I saw definitely showed this place is legit. There were about 5 -6 older latin ladies that looked like my aunts cooking in what looked like original pots and pans used in ranchos in Mexico. The ladies were very welcoming and guided us to the inside of the restaurant. The restaurant itself used to be a house that looks like a house I used to live in when I was a kid. The music playing can only be described as eclectic latin music and I mean that in a good way. We ordered the enchiladas de mole verde con carnitas, we also got huaraches de Pollo en mole rojo, and a quesadilla de calabazitas. I could go on and on about the layers of flavors in each dish but Ill just say if you are in austin and wanted elevated authentic Mexican food, this is it. The atmosphere and food at Lichas cant be described, it has to be experienced. Shout out to my wonderful waiter with the cool hair style.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №89

Rating: 5

Had a great brunch here on Saturday! Definitely make a reservation as it is a smaller venue. But the food and drinks were delicious! Will definitely be back!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №90

Rating: 5

Fantastic atmosphere and food. Lovely staff.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №91

Rating: 4

Really good and authentic. Not texmex.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №92

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №93

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №94

Rating: 5

Good chips, hot salsa, delicious/strong drinks. The birria tacos were delicious.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №95

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №96

Rating: 5

It was a unique experience in terms of Mexican food.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №97

Rating: 5

Authentic, highly recommend! Guac and birria tacos stole the show. Drinks were also legit.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №98

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №99

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №100

Rating: 5

A very relaxing pub and restaurant, with beers and cocktails options, but with a lot of excellent food for the dinner. You can seat inside or outside, the atmosphere is really nice. When we were there, it was very busy, but we could find a spot at the bar and the service was good anyway.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №101

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №102

Rating: 4

Date: 11 months ago

Review №103

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №104

Rating: 5

hidden gem in east austin

Date: 11 months ago

Review №105

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №106

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №107

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №108

Rating: 5

One of the best Mexican restaurant in town and the best gluten free Mexican by a mile. Dietary restrictions: Best restaurant in town if you are gluten free.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №109

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №110

Rating: 3

Food ok. No air conditioning.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №111

Rating: 5

Came here on a Sunday with reservations and got seated quickly, it was busy so it took a while to get our food but the server was great. Chips and salsa were SO GOOD. Good atmosphere and music, definitely recommend!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №112

Rating: 1

Date: 11 months ago

Review №113

Rating: 5

Hands down THE BEST GORDITA Ive ever had in my life!! Im not even a big fan of pork (eat maybe once or twice a year) and Im glad I decided to take the risk. Absolutely incredible!! Food : 5/5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №114

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №115

Rating: 4

Nice Place.

Date: a year ago

Review №116

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №117

Rating: 5

Cool little spot that showcases inventive food from Mexico.

Date: a year ago

Review №118

Rating: 3

We waited awhile after being seated and once the sweet waitress saw this, she took initiative and apologized many times. The queso & carnitas were amazing!

Date: a year ago

Review №119

Rating: 1

This place was aweful. Was excited to celebrate a birthday dinner we were hosting. Unfortunately it was a horrible experience. Our waitresses was in a bad mood and inside on her phone. The food was delivered cold and basics such as water and chips were not attended to. Do not go here!!! Manager did not adequately address issues when raised.

Date: a year ago

Review №120

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №121

Rating: 2

Meat toppings were not that great for the price they charged. No draft beers served. Sat outside in a hot location. Inside was not comfortable either.

Date: a year ago

Review №122

Rating: 5

Excellent service. Recommended a thousand

Date: a year ago

Review №123

Rating: 2

Service was great! Ughh I wanted to like the food so bad but it was notttt it. Even tried my partners quesadilla and it wasn t anything worth raving over.

Date: a year ago

Review №124

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №125

Rating: 2

For all the hype, there are a million better places to go. It all started with the salsa at the beginning. Both were so spicy you couldnt even enjoy them. I understand one spicy salsa, but two that were both unenjoyable seems excessive. The drinks were weak and devoid of flavor. We tried three different drinks, and all just tasted like their respective alcohol over ice topped with water. In additional, anything that wasnt the overly spicy salsa was so bland. I had a covid scare because I couldnt taste my chicken tinga. Turns out it was just bland cooking and was not limited to the chicken tinga, every main dish at our table suffered the same lack of flavor. To top it off, the service was mediocre at best. Sauces were forgotten several times, incorrect drink orders were delivered and the steak on one dish was severely undercooked. It couldnt even be cut it was so raw. It looked more like tartar than steak on the taco shell. I really went in wanting to love this place, but it is a classic tourist trap.

Date: a year ago

Review №126

Rating: 3

Meat toppings on my Guarache was so minimal and pathetic for the price you pay.

Date: a year ago

Review №127

Rating: 5

Great spot for happy hour and drink with friends. Good Mexican food and friendly staff.

Date: a year ago

Review №128

Rating: 5

Food is absolutely delicious! People are extremely nice.

Date: a year ago

Review №129

Rating: 5

Place is good.

Date: a year ago

Review №130

Rating: 5

Food was delicious. 4 of us each had something different and everything was good. Service was wonderful and Jorge took extra time to explain some of the menu items. They also have a fun patio.

Date: a year ago

Review №131

Rating: 4

Wonderful food and service. Indoor seating is not air conditioned and poorly ventilated, which makes for an uncomfortable dining experience e in the TX heat, no matter how good the food tastes. Id highly recommend in cool weather, but would consider elsewhere on hot days

Date: a year ago

Review №132

Rating: 3

Have loved this place since I moved to Austin in 2015. Havent been back since I now live out of state until a few weeks ago. Have to say what was my favorite HH has gotten too pricey. Used to be $5 margaritas and some food options made this place a great affordable place to start the evening. Drinks in HH are now $8 and food prices raised. I know things have gotten pricier for businesses but think this was is a bit high for what we got. Service was great. Place is fun. Just will avoid HH and come for normal dinner when we are in town.

Date: a year ago

Review №133

Rating: 5

Most authentic Mexican food in Austin.

Date: a year ago

Review №134

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №135

Rating: 4

It was a bit sticky in the summer heat, but the pastor was phenomenal, and the Lupita drink was really good.

Date: a year ago

Review №136

Rating: 4

At 104 degree Austin Summer day, it was definitely HOT. But well worth it! Food was awesome!

Date: a year ago

Review №137

Rating: 5

Best and most authentic Mexican west of the Mississippi. Everything on the menu is fresh and amazing. Our server was the kindest women ever and they accommodated our large table with an late night reservation. Can t wait to return.

Date: a year ago

Review №138

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №139

Rating: 5

Loved everything here!

Date: a year ago

Review №140

Rating: 3

Kind of an odd place. The food is relatively expensive for a taco place, it does taste good though but the vibe is too relaxed and uneasy at times. Loud mexican music, very hot inside too with little cooling, setting is old village style so not sure what vibe they were going for. I ordered the Quesadillas which are worth trying but maybe not worth a second trip. Margaritas aren t exactly the best.

Date: a year ago

Review №141

Rating: 5

We really enjoyed the food here. We came sort of on a whim and without a reservation on a Friday night, so we waited around 35 minutes for our table. The restaurant was very busy with large groups of people headed into the bar and sitting in the outdoor dining areas. When we were seated, we were given chips and salsa. We ordered the octopus appetizer, I got the fish tacos (pibil de pescado y camaron), and my husband got the anchiota braised pork (cochinita pibil). We were then told that they were out of the octopus, and we hurriedly ordered the seafood cocktail instead. Our entrees came out very quickly, and they were so good. I would describe the pork as a mix between a mole and Cincinnati chili, but if that puts you off, Im probably describing it wrong. The fish was perfectly cooked. We needed extra tortillas, but our waiter got some for us quickly. The appetizer came after our food, which is understandable. I didnt like the seafood cocktail at all. It was essentially a mix of cold seafood in tomato and shrimp cocktail sauce, served with avocado and tostada shells. I found the shrimp to be especially chewy and off-putting. That being said, I think this is a somewhat traditional dish, and its probably up to personal tastes, and if we hadnt ordered it, the food would have been perfect. The location suffered only in that it was somewhat loud, but the decorations were fun and reflective of Austin culture.

Date: a year ago

Review №142

Rating: 5

Great experience here after we had a mishap at another restaurant around the corner. We stumbled upon Lichas just walking and are so glad we did. Cant wait to come back here next time were in Austin. The food was absolutely delicious! They were out of what I wanted, but our waiter was quick to suggest something similar and even offered to have it be made the way of the original dish I wanted. 10/10 would recommend.

Date: a year ago

Review №143

Rating: 4

Food was good with authentic flavors, but prices have gone through the roof since the last time we ate here. Whats with only two tortillas? Seriously? The chilorio plate was $22! Distributor prepared guacamole? East Austin is not only bougie, but screams bougie prices. Probably still some authentic Mexican restaurants somewhere in Austin that serve the same fare for half the price with handmade tortillas and give you half a dozen with your plate. If you want real chilorio, got to Picos in Houston, a $$$ Mexican restaurant where the chilorio plate is $13 for twice as much, includes fresh avocado, handmade tortillas and fresh pico. Ask the waiter for a side of pickled onions for no charge. Youd still have ten dollars left over for a limonada con soda and a side of refritos negros. Sorry Lichas...

Date: a year ago

Review №144

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №145

Rating: 1

White-washed mexican food, not authentic and expensive. Not worth the price at all.

Date: a year ago

Review №146

Rating: 3

Date: a year ago

Review №147

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №148

Rating: 5

We came to Lichas late (like 10pm), tired, and so hungry after a wet walk all the way from dirty 6th. We sat at the bar and the bartenders could not have been nicer or cooler guys. The food was so good! The queso was amazing, and I had a chicken quesadilla, which was also delicious. I cant remember what my friends had, but I know they both really enjoyed what they ordered. Margaritas were also top notch!

Date: a year ago

Review №149

Rating: 5

Seriously some of the best tacos my wife and I have ever had. I m still craving them HIGHLY RECOMMEND for some good authentic Mexican food

Date: a year ago

Review №150

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №151

Rating: 5

Great little East Austin dive. The food was exceptional and had great flavors. Its not your usual Tex Mex and has was a great change from the normal austin mexixan. My only complaint was that there is no A/C and it was 103 degrees.... there are plenty of fans with mist that made it bearable, I just wouldnt have worn jeans if I had known. But overall it was great and well be back again.

Date: a year ago

Review №152

Rating: 4

Nice atmosphere and good food. Expensive margaritas but thats all

Date: a year ago

Review №153

Rating: 4

Because of urban location, it gets full starting about 5pm then gets really loud inside and outside. Small location so youll have to be comfortable being close to neighboring tables. Excellent service. Food is good but not the best or most traditional if thats what youre looking for.

Date: a year ago

Review №154

Rating: 5

Ate way too much food. All so delicious, be adventurous order something you normally dont. Ours was octopus and it delivered, so good. Wife got the chipotle ceaser w/ snapper and the fish was cooked to perfection. The green salsa Verde here was drinkable, so good.

Date: a year ago

Review №155

Rating: 5

Great location, atmosphere, staff, and food (of course). Traditional/vintage paintings and art cover the walls and there is great indoor and outdoor seating with good music playing. Tried the Birria Tacos and they re the best I ve had in Austin so far. For a city that isn t San Antonio or close to the border this is as authentic as it gets. Pair that with a full bar and an attentive and friendly wait staff and this place is an easy 5 stars. Dog friendly, too!

Date: a year ago

Review №156

Rating: 5

We arrived to Austin Friday and fasted to eat at this spot. Just in time for happy hour!! We devoured the chips and salsa. Both sauces were tasty. After so much indecision we decided to go with the sopesitos from the hh menu. The waiter asked for what type of protein, I said beef. Well, it was amazing!!! I ve never tried such tender beef. We devoured it!!! After a few minutes out waiter came back to check and asked, What did you guys think about the lengua (tongue) sopes? . Anyway, The happy hour margaritas were delish. The others, watered down. Tons of mosquitoes so sit inside!! We enjoyed our meal and drinks. Total damage $85 we ordered two reposado tequilas at the end. Oh I forgot to mention that the music at lichas made my whole experience even bettaaa- love the rock en español muchachos!

Date: a year ago

Review №157

Rating: 5

Licha s is always fantastic. True hidden gem. Highly recommend reservations well in advance.

Date: a year ago

Review №158

Rating: 5

Never disappoints! Delicious food and drinks, kind and passionate people who care to offer the best service. Will recommend to any and everyone I know visiting Austin. Special mention to the Lupita & Pibil de pescado y camaron, literal heaven! & the salsa roja

Date: a year ago

Review №159

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №160

Rating: 5

Amazing service for a group of 13! The food was excellent, the beers were cold and the cocktails were strong. Definitely recommend coming to this side of 6th Street!

Date: a year ago

Review №161

Rating: 1

I saw what was apparently staff, antagonizing people into fighting from inside their fenced in area. Pathetic excuse for people dont deserve to be around the genpop. Food tastes horrible to top it off. Mexican soul food smdh.

Date: a year ago

Review №162

Rating: 5

Easily one of the best restaurants I ve ever been to. Super authentic with elements of indigenous cuisine. Great service, music, and atmosphere. Even the salsa was like nothing I ve had before. Just go!

Date: a year ago

Review №163

Rating: 5

Very good!

Date: a year ago

Review №164

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №165

Rating: 5

Great experience had here tonight! Arrived an hour before close and we were not rushed at all. The staff were friendly, super efficient and accomodating! Highly recommend the ceviche, the goat birria and the brisket confit tacos, thank you!!!

Date: a year ago

Review №166

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №167

Rating: 5

In a place full of mexican and tex-mex food (with a lot of good options), this place easily shines, being one of the best in Austin.

Date: a year ago

Review №168

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №169

Rating: 1

Date: a year ago

Review №170

Rating: 3

Date: a year ago

Review №171

Rating: 3

One of my favorites and great food but had a weird experience the last time there. We came in late, about 30 minutes before closing. As closing time got closer they started taking items off our table such as our water glasses, decore and other items as we were still eating. We felt very rushed. Maybe a suggestion is to limit the reservations to an hour before closing if you re trying to close right on time. We didn t know your closing time and just made the reservation we saw online. If someone made your 10:45 reservation would they only have 15 minutes to eat? Maybe you just had some anxious employees not following policy? Still one of my favorite places to eat but the last experience wasn t great.

Date: a year ago

Review №172

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №173

Rating: 5

Epic food!

Date: a year ago

Review №174

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №175

Rating: 4

If you haven t tried Licha s goat birria, you re missing out. They re mouth watering good. Drinks are amazing, even better during happy hour. Cute spot, but dock 1 star due to lack of proper ventilation and A/C. Great place to hang out with close friends when everyone knows what they re getting into. Not great to take your out of town friends to during peak summer or winter days.

Date: a year ago

Review №176

Rating: 5

Weve been here a couple of times and had a great experience, the vibe is lively both inside and out, service is attentive and helpful, and of course youre given generous tortilla chips as soon as you sit down or while you wait if theres a wait (and theyre delicious). We especially love the Sopecitos Aguacate, generous with the avocado and something wed never had before! Also nice to have a veggie option good enough for my carnivorous wife to order it! Highly recommend :) Vegetarian options: Sopecitos Aguacate are wonderful! And veggie options are well labeled

Date: a year ago

Review №177

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №178

Rating: 5

The best Mexican food I have ever had. The enchiladas had perfectly mixed flavors and everything was cooked to perfection. The atmosphere, music, building, etc. all feels authentic. If you are visiting Austin for a day I would definitely recommend making a stop at this restaurant.

Date: a year ago

Review №179

Rating: 5

Great spot with friendly staff. They had a great selection of mezcal.

Date: a year ago

Review №180

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №181

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №182

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №183

Rating: 5

Fun times! Attentive staff and great tapas and dinner! Casual patio dining & bar hangout!

Date: a year ago

Review №184

Rating: 5

Champiqueso so good we ordered it twice!

Date: a year ago

Review №185

Rating: 1

Date: a year ago

Review №186

Rating: 5

Amazing Food & Drinks! They have great vegan options. I ordered the Squash and Zucchini quesadilla. My Paloma was exceptional as well. The staff were upbeat & friendly!

Date: a year ago

Review №187

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №188

Rating: 5

Wonderful experience overall! We had two Huaraches, since you don t see them everywhere and they were great! The Agua de Jamaica was just right and not too sweet. There was a short wait to get a table but easy enough to leave your number and walk around 6th street for a bit. Service was efficient and pleasant!!

Date: a year ago

Review №189

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №190

Rating: 5

Good place for delicious mexican food with great service. Loved the atmosphere as well.

Date: a year ago

Review №191

Rating: 3

Nice spot to grab a drink and Mexican fare.

Date: a year ago

Review №192

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №193

Rating: 4

The guacamole and the bone marrow huarache were the stars from the dinner.

Date: a year ago

Review №194

Rating: 1

Seriously, so subpar. I sent the ceviche back. I got the al pastor and carne asada tacos and some drinks. I m definitely not it going back.

Date: a year ago

Review №195

Rating: 4

Cool Mexican vibes for a Wed evening. A bit pricy but at least the drinks were good and the atmosphere was great. Server was attentive and everyone was nice. Plenty of seating inside and out front and back!

Date: a year ago

Review №196

Rating: 5

The atmosphere was great! Loved the esthetic and the pitchers of Margaritas were strong! Whole table was lit!

Date: a year ago

Review №197

Rating: 4

Very vegetarian friendly for a more traditional spot! The happy hour and cocktails are absolutely fantastic. It s a little cramped but that s the nature of 6th st dining!

Date: a year ago

Review №198

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №199

Rating: 5

The food was amazing and super authentic. The staff was nice enough to accommodate 16ppl 30 Mins before closing time with a smile and the kitchen delivered big time.

Date: a year ago

Review №200

Rating: 1

Great drinks, low-mid food. We ordered esquite it was flavorless. The guacamole was just avocado with some queso. We ordered sopitos de tinga (not great), lengua (sad), and pibil (good flavor). Posole was salty, the tacos de asada were good but the tortilla felt and tasted like rubber. Service was horrible (the gentleman with a bun raised his voice when we asked if we could split the bill, and clearly was annoyed that we even asked). The ONLY redeemable quality were the drinks. If you like quality Tex mex food stay away from this place cause you ll end up paying for an overpriced and terrible experience.

Date: a year ago