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Mexican, Southwestern, Tex-Mex
Polvo's is located in Texas. Located in the Travis Heights area, this restaurant is very affordable. Diners say this place is an authentic Southwestern restaurant. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a family atmosphere. This place features breakfast and brunch. This restaurant is good for groups.
An outside patio makes you feel at home, and a well-stocked salsa bar keeps your mouth busy with the chips. The crowd is packed with folks of all ages and descriptions, and they're all unhurried. Polvo's...
citysearch.com - expert review - 09/25/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My friends and I used to frequent Polvo's a lot. I live in the area, and so it's an easy, close-by place to get some food and margaritas. And the margaritas are nice and strong... you get that warm…
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Polvo's? How about "sucko's"! Seriously, what is the deal with this place? I've been there 4 times and at best it's been average. Chips blow and have had better store bought bag kinds than what they…
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The Only Reason I give Polvo's 3 stars is because I am a shameless ceviche addict and it is DAMN fine ceviche. The rest of Polvo's, from the food to the atmosphere, etc., is WAAAY mediocre, just like…
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2008
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HORRIBLE service. On top of it all, my debit card was charged more than once, for over $200. I am STILL trying to get this resolved. All employees of Polvo's have been extremely rude, unhelpful, and have lied...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
HORRIBLE service. On top of it all, my debit card was charged more than once, for over $200. I am STILL trying to get this resolved. All employees of Polvo's have been extremely rude, unhelpful, and…
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I know, I know ... 142 people have reviewed Polvo's before me, but I can't resist adding my opinion to the mix. I'll just say it ... the service is mediocre to bad but the strong, excellent, amazing…
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For people visiting Austin and wanting to grab some Mexican food, this is my recommendation. It's always packed, so order one of their strong Mexican Martinis or a Michelada and chat it up with…
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I'll never understand why people enjoy this place. How does it still attract business? While the margaritas are great, and I love me some fajitas al guajillo, you have to get your own salsa for dry…
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I used to be a die hard Polvos dude myself, but they went and fucked it up royally with the declining service. More than once, I've sat at a table with my girlfriend and waited close to an hour for a…
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Good strong house magritas. Everything else is subpar and coasting, but i could stand it for the drinks till last weekend. They overcharged me nearly $80. No big deal, I figure it's a mistake. It takes…
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, I know people love some Polvos, but while I enjoy the grub, I have consistently gotten crummy service. While I have to give credit for a large and strong Mexican Margarita ($10 a pop), I can't…
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I liked this place right away, the patio is nice and it gives off a very relaxed vibe which is nice. The staff was very attentive and the food was out quick and was hot and well seasoned. Good value…
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Gag me. Maybe I have a chip on my shoulder about Polvo's.
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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i will never go back to that place is dirty the service is terrible food...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
If you've never worked in the service industry, you probably have not heard of the double grat. The double grat is this: Your check has gratuity included in it, you don't notice it, you pay your bill…
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When I was pulling in the ridiculously overcrowded parking lot at Polvo's tonight, I looked at the sign and read "Inferior Mexican Food." I thought for a minute, that's weird. Then I looked again…
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2008
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I love their brunch! the food is great and it's not too packed there on a Sunday morning. It's laid-back and there are lots of kids around...at least for brunch.
lilaguide.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for my friend's 21st birthday and maybe it was that we had a huge party that I didn't had a great experience...but the food is really not that good. I like Guero's and Chuy's way better…
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Solar Taco with Habanero Sauce and shot of Patron Reposado will make everything in the world better. If you didn't know Polvo's isn't really Tex-Mex like some have led you to believe. Its…
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I looove this place. The first time I came here was with a couple of friends, who are regulars at this place, and they recommended the chile relleno al nogal with al pastor. That dish is freaking…
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2008
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Good mexican food, fun drinks. Becoming trendy on south 1st. Kids are fine outside, but it is becoming more of a happy hour type place for after work.
lilaguide.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Polvo's is great! I have been going for years! First off I consider the fare to be authentic Mexican food. Not Tex-Mex that everyone here is used to. Besides that the pitchers of ritas are killer!…
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Polvo's isn't great, but it isn't terrible. Forgettable chips and salsa(s). But it's the sort of over-priced, chain-tasting kind of restaurant that can be easily avoided, especially considering how…
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been wanting to try this place for awhile, and put it on my list of Austin institutions to hit before leaving town. It wasn't disappointing, but it was a lot of sodium, as my current…
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Mixed bag. Used to be much better. I lived nearby and went to Polvo's alot to meet with friends. Food is pretty good. Chips are boring (from a bag), but Salsa is great- wtf?
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Mixed bag. Used to better. I lived nearby and went to Polvo's alot to meet with friends. Food is pretty good. Chips are boring (from a bag), but Salsa is great- wtf?
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going here for several years...used to be my favorite....10 years ago the waitstaff remembered my name and was superb. The salsa bar is still incredible but the service has gone WAY down…
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We went on a Sunday, and had a great time! The food is delicious and we enjoy sitting out on the patio and having nice cold drinks. Their queso is fabulous and they actually have chilaquiles, which I…
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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We stopped at Polvos two weeks ago. Far and away the worst food and service I have had in years.Enchiladas with rubbery tortillas and greasy congealed cheese. Inedible nachos and burnt potatos. Terrible, smug...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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Have you noticed how many people have given the service a poor rating? Pay attention to that, it's for a reason! My friends and I went last Wednesday and the service was atrocious. We arrived at 7. The waiter...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/23/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Have you noticed how many people have given the service a poor rating? Pay attention to that, it's for a reason! My friends and I went last Wednesday and the service was atrocious. We arrived at 7.…
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great salsa and a great breakfast on the weekends. The mexican martinis are some of the best in Austin. The music volume and the parking situation can be a bit of a hassle.
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ok... So I've visted a few more time, I've compared to other Mexican resturaunts in town.... it's official. Polvo's in some of the best Mexican in town.
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Polvo's is the sort of place you don't go to on purpose. It's just kind of right in front of you sometimes when you're starving, and you haven't been there a while so you don't remember why you don't…
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Mojitos, awesome corn tortillas, choriquezo, & jalapeno rellenos.......yes!!! oh and did i say salsa bar? sign me up.....
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
this is the first time i've ever been charged for salsa. i don't know of any other mexican style restaurant to plop down a basket of chips on the table, then charge for salsa. so ridiculous.…
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
First off I have the chips and salsa with their array of different salsas, none of which I can say had much flavor OR any real spice to speak of. I had to snag a bowl of jalapenos just for that little…
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had the Flautas....Bean, chicken, and delicious Monterey Jack cheese! I am typically not a fan of Mexican food but this stuff was great! They also do really good Margaritas at a cheap price. My…
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Queso. Few things are simpler, and more enjoyable then melted cheese. It can make a bad day bearable, a good day great, and a funeral worth the loss provided there is Queso at the post burying buffet.…
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Micheladas. I had my first one here and it's still my favorite in town. The food is okay, there are good choices for enchilada sauce and some unusual choices not on most Tex-Mex menus. On my first…
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I like Polvos, although more for the beer and patio action than the food. I must admit I'm a bit snobby about my Mexican food, but on the upside polovs has great ceviche, service and a wonderful…
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I spy....Skinny pants and baggy jeans. Vans and flip-flops. Shaved heads, mullets, and fro-hawks. This is the go-to postgame meetup for my kickball team. Yes, I'll get a pitcher of margaritas and a…
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2008
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and that old South Austin vibe, this is the place. Dive-y, eclectic atmosphere with friendly staff, and authentic, interior Mexico food. Just their bowl of black beans is awesome, never mind the chile relleno,...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Polvos is somewhat of a mixed bag for me. Very good food, but the service is rock bottom (well, at least my experience was). Let's start with the food. They have some of the better homemade corn…
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is what 78704 is all about. Good food, great atmosphere and strong margs make this the place to eat on a hot summer evening. Parking does suck though.
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A good & fun neighborhood mexican restaurant. Parking and dinner wait sucks, but worth the wait with good company. Ceviche is a winner.
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, here goes. 1. Parking is atrocious. We parked 2 blocks away. Even though there were crowds of people hanging out in front of the restaurant, our wait was "only" 35 minutes. We did blame…
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I wasn't impressed. Chips and salsa - meh.
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
It's almost more offensive to offer free chips and then make you pay for salsa than to make you pay for the whole package. Their prices online are significantly cheaper than the in-store prices;…
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I knew a person who lived just up the street from Polvo's. They're infamous in the neighborhood for a lack of parking and customers who've overrun the streets nearby. The place is frankly a dump on…
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There are 9 million reviews for this place but I need to review it to add it to a list. Honestly, if you are teetering on trying it or not trying it based on THIS review, your commitment issues are…
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Austin staple for me. I've narrowed down my rotation to: - fajitas ranchero (beef)
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The best thing about Polvo's is that all your friends probably love it and the fajitas are the only ones in town my boyfriend will eat. On the negative side, their chips look and taste like they are…
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Mexican Martini's is the torch that burns in my heart for this place. They have some of the best cooking and cooking practices that I know of. They rub the grill down daily with Guajillo peppers which…
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Does it matter what I say if I'm review number 106? Probably not. Does it matter that I love Polvo's? Probably not. There is a lot of love in most of the reviews already. But that won't stop me…
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place. Go there every Sunday when everywhere else is on a long wait. At Polvo's theres always a table for us. The waitress is nice, and food is consistently tasty. The black salsa is my…
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great atmosphere and solid food! The plates venture closer to interior mexican food than common tex-mex you'll find around town. The patio is nice, no frills. Piped in music seems to be random…
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh Polvo's...how I miss you! Recently moved out of the 'hood and no longer able to walk down for a feel-good experience. What strikes me most about Polvo's is the down-to-earth vibe. No pretention,…
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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I'm a 78704 resident and have been eating at Polvo's for years. Over the past year I've watched Polvo's steadily decline. Yes, their parking lot is horrible (I walk). Yes, they have a wait most evenings (it is...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Eff it...I'm giving this place a 5. 5 is a little high considering there is always a wait, the waiters aren't fantastic, and you feel like a sardine at your table. The food however, stands on its own.…
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't think I can describe how much I love Polvo's. They have excellent salsa, and I love that I can get it whenever I want. I love the pickled carrots. The service isn't always great, but the food…
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I visited Polvo's for the first time today. First, there is the parking issue. Their parking lot is so small we had to park on the street about a block away. I would hate living down the street…
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for the Mexican Martini, left with a serious buzz and a designated driver. Holy cow, those martinis are strong! One shaker yields at least 5 martini glasses full of sweet, sweet alcohol.…
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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Are you looking for Mexican cuisine that doesn't require a trip south of the border? Look no further. Polvos Interior Mexican Food brings the hospitality and specialty cuisine of Mexico to the heart of Austin....
restaurant.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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went there on a Saturday afternoon to try there fish tacos,service was bad,the menu said 2.99 each , I, was charge 3.99 each and was told it was due to a new price increase due to come out with the new menus...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place will forever be my Tex-Mex first love. Chicken Fajita nachos without guac and sour cream is what I have ordered since 2005. The husband is not loyal to a menu item which gives me the…
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food was surprisingly great and the margaritas are very strong. We were prepared for a long wait, but were seated immediately on a friday night. The crowd was very loud and young, but the food…
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great food. Loud and small. Great location in the heart of South Austin. Not always the cleanest place, but not bad. Great salsa, the fajitas are incredible. Definitely a hotspot on the weekends.…
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
hmmmm i can't really give an authentic review based on queso and drinks, but i was happy for the moment. granted we got a table very quickly but the service wasn't anything to call mom about. the…
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We first checked out Polvo's after reading (in Texas Monthly) that their mushroom cheese taco was one of "63 tacos you must eat before you die". Well, I can't agree with that rating, but I hold no…
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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Polvo's is a treat. If you want great mexican food, this place can not be beat. The staff is friendly, location great and clientle eclectic.
citysearch.com - user review - 04/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Damn this place! It's so close to my house that I can't escape it! I couldn't tell you how many meals I have eaten at Polvo's & could never begin to recall how many margarita's I have had there.
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My hairdresser recommended this place almost 2 years ago. I just wish I didn't wait so long to try it, 'cause it is now one of my favorites... I am a sucker for those marinated carrots, japs, and…
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the best mexican food in the Austin. There are dishes you can get here and nowhere else. The salsas rock too. What to order: Fajitas al Guajillo - chicken, beef or pastor with onions green…
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Maybe this is one of those places that you need to grow up with to enjoy. We (5 people from San Diego in Austin for work) were recomended it by a teller at Whole Foods, so we went. It sucked. It…
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yet another Polvo's review... I like you, Polvo's because you do chicken right. Its tasty and juicy and always pretty good.
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I keep trying this place cause I have friends who like it. But everytime I get terrible service. Which is weird for austin. And for the same restaurant to have that problem tells me this place is a…
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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Ok, first of all... let me get this out of the way, Polvo's does have tasty food. But now the bad part, I ate there during SXSW, and was overcharged by nearly 20 dollars on my credit card. Also, I left my hat...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
oh polvo's fish fajitas, how do i love thee? let me count the ways. i love your perfectly cooked, and beautifully seasoned, flakey badass snapper self. i love the melange of flavorful (and…
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love me some Polvo's Diablo Shrimp...or really any of their shrimp dishes. Last time I ordered beef enchiladas and they were HUGE. If I had any self control I could have easily made two meals out…
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Polvo's has excellent enchiladas (get the enchiladas de la casa with pastor) and good margaritas. They are strong, so watch out! If you're feeling adventurous, try the cantaloupe ones, which for…
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been a Polvo's customer for many years, probably spent $ in the few thousand range there over the years. Thusly, I write. Why I go:
yelp.com - user review - 02/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Whoa! My gut hates me! The food is delectable and I just keep eating! It's like the sensors in my stomach yelling at my brain controlling the fork-to-mouth motion are not working. Polvo's delivers…
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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Polvos is one of the South Austin Hole in the walls that does draw a large crowd. Having read some of these reviews it should be noted that you may be accosted by a drunken owner with his wee wee hanging out....
citysearch.com - user review - 02/22/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Well, I read the reviews... but I had to try it myself... I went with my girlfriends and decided to be the sober one (sorry I gave up booze for lent)..... I ordered a sprite and my friends ordered…
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm just doing my part to push one of my favorite spots up to a 4-star rating. Why? Great location, despite the fact that you likely must part in the neighborhood. You're down the block from one of the…
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The girl and I have over the years really enjoyed Polvo's, but the last couple of visits have gotten increasingly worse. The last time we went, we were seated outside, around the corner... and…
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Here is why I think the margaritas at Polvo's are strong and therefore a good value - I kept staring at a square whole cut into the wall above my table that housed a knicknack. But worse than that, I…
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is amazing. This was our place to get ripped, tanked and sauced. Almost took off one star because the owner would get waisted and talk smack to any dude with a hot gal or if she wouldn't…
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great fajitas. I think the finest dish is called the Fajitas Guajillo, which has poblano, pecans, raisins, and other assorted peppers. However, the hype surrounding Polvo's has morphed the…
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have lived in Austin for a little over two years and it took me a really long time to find this gem. I have eaten at many Mexican restaurants & this is, by far, my favorite! Their margaritas are…
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Overall a great Mexican restaurant, despite a few annoyances. The fish fajitas are beyond outstanding, and I could drink that black salsa straight. If they could just get a better parking situation…
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not a fan of jumping on a review bandwagon that's 70 strong, especially if all I wanted to say has been said. BUT I am not about to read through 76 reviews to see if one of you mentioned their…
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, so fiddy million people have done a review on Polvo's, but I had to follow suit. It's not the food which draws me to this place, although the burrito compuesto with picadillo is muy delicioso.…
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A good cheap place to eat. pretty authentic, great salsa really! margaritas are passable...food overall is good especially considering the price. the cheapest way to go is the breakfast tacos-they…
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The wait is crazy long, and the food isn't that much above average (it's actually rather unmemorable). But, it is a good place to get your drink on.
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Polvo's is a bit of an oddity. The decor is strange, kind of unfinished looking. The service ranges from absent to good. Some of the menu is exceptional, some just eh. But they have awesome chicken…
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Solid, cheap ($20 a pitcher), good margaritas, fun atmosphere, tender and yummy cerveza fajitas. Salsa bars are a good thing for the world. Be prepared for a wait.
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
seriously the worst service ever. their food is okay, heard the fish a la plancha is wonderful. went to get it but the waiter was dicking around somewhere and we waited 15 minutes till he finally came…
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The queso is what makes this place. Being from Cali we don't have queso at all our Mexican restaurants, so queso itself is quite a treat. The thing that puts this queso in a class all it's own are…
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Another fun place to go for people watching, good 'ritas, and if you're willing to get something a little more interesting - such as chicken soup with chipotle chile - some great food. Again, you…
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I played hooky last night from working or catching up on much needed sleep and instead ended up sitting out on the patio of Polvo's with a couple of friends in mid 40's weather. Sure, the patio…
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
i kept hearing about this place and their rita's - however - when the mix is all you can taste, that is not a good sign. the food was uneventful, maybe we were there on an off night..
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Polvo's is almost always WAY too crowded to consider. But, if you're not working on a sunny, warm weekday afternoon, Polvo's patio is perfect. If you eat the Guisado de Puerco once, you will crave it…
yelp.com - user review - 12/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't come here that often and I am not a huge fan of Mexican food but I have always liked this place. The food is always good and the service is as well. However, when I go there I usually order…
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Man oh Man, was this food good. lately, all I can think about is that none of my food is spicy enough, hot enough, intense enough, flavorful enough. I want MORE MORE MORE in the flavor department all…
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I come here about once a month and almost every time a visitor comes to town and have never been let down. The only real complaint I have is that sometimes the pitcher of margaritas is a bit less…
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'll be honest: I sometimes have a hard time with the things I read about Polvo's...I've been coming here for eons (though, admittedly, not terribly recently) and have always but always had a…
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Mmm, Polvo's. This is one of my favorite restaurants in Austin, hands down. And it's the place is where I discovered the magical, tangy red sauce known as HUASTECA. If you haven't tried this…
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Oh Polvo's. You were so good to me. This used to be one of my favorite places to go, but somewhere last year things began to turn sour. This chilaquiles turned runny. There are never plantains for…
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2007
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I had heard so much about it and tried to not have too high of expectations. What I had was one of the worst dining experiences of my life. The waiter brought us glasses of water and when asked for refills,...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/15/2007
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Yes, many of us used to love this place but never liked the service. Now, the combination of its popularity and the reprehensible mismanagement have conspired to make it a joint that we'll be avoiding en...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Best Fish Taco/Fajitas in town. Be prepared that the service is sometimes slow but once you get over that it's clear sailing. I hear the Banana Margaritas are dangerous to your liver.
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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The good food outweighs the problems here. The biggest complaint I have is the service. The kitchen take forever to prepare the food. Other than that, the food makes up the lack of decent service most of the...
kudzu.com - user review - 11/06/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i tell you what...ive been in love with this place since i moved to austin. now slowly ive ventured off to other places but i do still enjoy their food and large portions. although i dont like that…
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, I used to love this place. Let me explain. Mother's had a fantastic stuffed Chile Relleno, with sour cream sauce, ranchero sauce, and pecans. Polvo's did too, it was really good. Last time I…
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2007
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I'm not as big a fan of the food as some otehrs here. But the mole was pretty good. Outdoor seating is nice, if not a little noisy. And we a guy smoking a cigar right outside the entrance by our table. But the...
kudzu.com - user review - 10/30/2007
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I hate the slow, forgetful service at Polvo's, but I go back for the awesome food! The enchiladas are the best; you can choose from like 12 different kinds of delicious sauces. Self-serve salsa bar has 3 kinds...
kudzu.com - user review - 10/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I wish I could give 4.5 stars! What an honor, but probably my family's favorite Tex Mex in Austin! Their salsa (dark one ) rocks and it's so funny how people become such regulars here! We are the…
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2007
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I love Polvo's! It's one of my favorite whole in the wall places to go for Mexican food. This place is always packed so expect somewhat of a wait. There really isn't a wait area so it usually kind of rolls...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/25/2007
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Wow!!! I'm glad I didn't read these reviews before becoming addicted to Polvo's margarita's. I may have never even tried this place. It doesnt look like much from the outside and once you get in it looks even...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/16/2007
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don't miss the yummy mango margaritas! everything i've ever eaten here is really tasty. the tables and chairs aren't of the highest quality and it may seem a little dusty in there but you forget once you take...
kudzu.com - user review - 10/04/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, everyone loves Polvo's. It shows when you have to wait forty minutes to get a table, too. Personally, I've never been that impressed. El Mercado is better, and you never have to wait that long.…
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great outdoor spot. The garlic sea bass is really the best thing on the menu. Well made margaritas. Good Salsa at the salsa bar. For the price it's pretty damn good.
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The best thing I ever got from my ex-boyfriend was a trip to Polvo's. This is now one of my fav places to eat Mexican food. The place is a dump, with stuffing coming out of the booths, and the waiters…
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Holy crap, if you haven't had Polvo's marinated vegetables from the salsa bar, go there today. I usually sit there eating them with chips until my food comes, and then I have to wait 5 minutes for my…
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is the only Mexican or Tex-Mex restuarant I know if in Austin that serves Entomatadas (kinda like an enchilada, but stripped down to a delicious essence of cheese and tomato sauce). It was so…
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Fajitas Guajillo chicken should be required eating for all Austinites once a week. This may sound odd, but I think it's Mexican Kung Pao...and so freaking delicious. The Mexican Martini at Polvo's…
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