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Mexican restaurant in Detroit, Michigan
What should I order at Xochimilco Restaurant?
What to order
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Chips And Salsa
Recommended multiple times as a great starter: reviewers praised the fresh hot chips, the complimentary first basket, and the salsa as part of the overall excellent food experience.
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Enchiladas
Mentioned as delicious, with reviewers specifically calling out the cheese on the enchiladas as especially tasty and the dish as a standout.
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Chicken Tacos
Recommended for being flavorful and satisfying; one review explicitly suggests the corn chicken tacos, and another says the tacos were crunchy with a nice flavor profile.
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Rice And Beans
Highlighted as a show-stopping part of the meal during a large group visit, suggesting they were especially memorable and well-liked.
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Fajitas
Recommended as one of the restaurant’s spectacular dishes, and one reviewer specifically suggests trying the chicken fajitas.
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Mexican Sandwich
Called the best Mexican sandwich compared with other restaurants, making it a standout item worth ordering.
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Quesadilla Dinner
Praised for being very good and generously portioned, with the reviewer noting it was a lot of food for the price.
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Botana
Mentioned as beautifully prepared and a shareable table dish, making it a recommended option for groups even though it was a bit tricky to eat.
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Chimichanga
Recommended because reviewers noted that people ordering the chimichangas should come hungry, implying the portions are large and satisfying.
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Combination Plate
Also called out for its generous portion size, with reviewers advising diners to come prepared and hungry.
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Beef Burritos
Mentioned positively as part of a group meal where everyone loved their food, indicating it was a well-received choice.
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Beef Quesadillas
Included in a highly positive group order and described as part of a meal everyone enjoyed.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
About Xochimilco Restaurant
Go-to Mexican restaurant in a brick building serves burritos & other standards until late.
Amenities
Service options
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- On-site parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Xochimilco Restaurant known for?
Xochimilco Restaurant is especially known for its chimichangas, steak fajitas, and queso flameado, with reviewers also calling out the botana and the Mexican sandwich. People repeatedly mention that the portions are large and the food comes out fast, which makes the specialty dishes feel like good value for the price.
What dishes are most recommended at Xochimilco Restaurant?
Reviewers most often recommend the chimichangas, chicken fajitas, chicken tacos, enchiladas, and the combination plate, with the beef burritos and beef quesadillas also mentioned positively. The rice and beans get singled out too, and several reviews say the plates are generous enough that you should come hungry.
Is Xochimilco Restaurant a good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is about $10 to $20, and reviewers often say the portions are huge for that amount. Lunch is called affordable, and even people who compare it to other Mexican spots in Detroit say the food and service make the cost feel reasonable, though extras like additional chips and salsa are charged after the first basket.
What should I know about wait times and timing a visit to Xochimilco Restaurant?
Service is often described as fast, but one large party said they still waited about half an hour for tables to open up on a Sunday. Reviews also suggest it can be a good late visit, since people have come in close to closing time and still received quick, friendly service.
Is parking available at Xochimilco Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, On-site parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Xochimilco Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Xochimilco Restaurant offers vegetarian options.
Is Xochimilco Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Xochimilco Restaurant is good for kids.
