During my recent food-venture, I came across the Mexican franchise known as Plaza Azteca. For a solid 30 years, this magnificent place has been serving up mouth-watering, authentic, and traditional Mexican cuisine. Originating from Virginia, they've successfully expanded their roots, setting up base in 10 different states. Yes, indeed the food is that good!
One thing that really caught my eye was their strive to keep the communication lines open. By subscribing to Plaza Azteca’s email updates, I was able to receive news as they broke. It was interesting to see how they put their customers second only to the quality of the food they serve up.
Creating a warm, friendly, and inviting ambiance is an art, and Plaza Azteca is definitely a maestro at it. A place where you can make amazing memories, all while enjoying great food. The staff was welcoming, the energy was infectious, and the margaritas...Oh, the Margaritas! It was an enjoyable visit and, honestly, one of the highlights of my week.
To find out more, check out the information on their website
here.
Where are my fellow Plaza Azteca enthusiasts?
Plaza Azteca currently serves its culinary magic only within the United States. For the fans out there, its 10 franchisee locations are in:
- Virginia
- West Virginia
- Pennsylvania
- Ohio
- Massachusetts
- Maryland
- North Carolina
- New Jersey
- Delaware
- Connecticut
What Set Plaza Azteca Apart?
As we all know, good food isn’t the only factor that adds sparks to a dine-out experience. This American-based franchise, “The Shortcut to Mexico”, not only offers traditional Mexican cuisine but also fresh cocktails. Yes, those margaritas I was raving about earlier, those!.
Is it going to be a spicy affair?
Well, Plaza Azteca, being an authentic Mexican restaurant, does have a fair amount of dishes with a spicy kick to them. Don't like it too hot? You can always ask your server to adjust according to your preference.
From starters to desserts, Plaza Azteca offers a variety of Mexican food to suit different tastes. Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect:
- Appetizers
- Nachos
- Quesadillas
- Salads
- Enchiladas
- Chicken
- Tacos
- Street Tacos
- Steaks
- Sizzling Fajitas
- Seafood
- Burritos
- Sides
- Chimichangas
- Vegetarian/Vegan
- Fried Rice
- Desserts
How does Ordering Work?
Whether in person or online, ordering at Plaza Azteca is fairly straightforward. In-store, you will be greeted, seated, and handed a menu. A server will be at your side to take down your order. For the homebodies, you can always place an order online or by phoning in. It’s as simple as that!
Options for Vegetarian Food Lovers?
While Plaza Azteca does not cater specifically to vegetarians, it does offer vegetarian-friendly items. There are various enchilada, fajita, quesadilla options, alongside a dedicated vegan bowl.
Are there Vegan Foods?
Plaza Azteca does offer a few vegan-friendly options under the Vegetarian & Veggie section. With a few modifications here and there, you can customize dishes to your liking, including a tasty vegan bowl.
Does Plaza Azteca Cater to Kids?
Yep, indeed they do! The kid's menu is quite interesting:
- Mac & Cheese
- Beef or Chicken Quesadilla and Rice
- Chicken Fingers & Fries
- Kids’ Enchilada Rice & Beans
- Kids’ Combo (Ground Beef Burrito & Soft Taco)
- Nachos LoKos
- Cheese Pizza Fries
- Chicken Fried Rice
- Cheese Quesadilla & Rice
What are the Opening Hours?
Plaza Azteca is open for business starting 11 am. The closing times vary though, from 9:30 pm from Sunday - Thursday and 10 pm for Friday - Saturday.
Does Plaza Azteca deliver?
Yes! In partnership with popular food delivery services like GrubHub, UberEats, and DoorDash, you can now order your favorite Plaza Azteca meals to your doorstep!
Is it a Healthy Affair?
While Plaza Azteca uses fresh, healthy ingredients, some of the items are fried and have added condiments, changing their health metric. The key here is moderation!
Can I cook up some Plaza Azteca at Home?
As of now, Plaza Azteca does not provide the option to cook their menu items at home. They don’t currently sell any items in grocery stores. Oh well, looks like another reason for a dine-out at Plaza Azteca!
Pros
- Friendly and welcoming staff.
- Great authentic Mexican flavor.
- Beautiful ambiance perfect for creating memories.
- Wide variety in the menu
- Email updates ensure you will never miss a news.
- Kid-friendly options also available.
Cons
- Limited vegan options; menu heavy on meat and dairy.
- Some dishes may be a bit too spicy for some people's liking.
- No options to cook their food at home. I mean, would have been nice to have a DIY kit for lazy Sundays, right?