El MayaBest Neighborhood MexicanFinally a Mexican restaurant that has very creative dishes that go beyond the typical tacos and refried beans! The tilapia special and Camarones Alpistachio (shrimp) were uniquely flavored and very artistically plated. The guacamole is made to order and we were able to tailor make it to our preference. The pineapple upside cake is very unique with a light custard bed. Excellent and will be back! The service was really warm and friendly...they really cared a lot about our experience. We will be back....5/11/2013 12:00:00 AMExcellent FoodEl Maya's high ceilings and vibrant art work and walls set the stage for this Mexican Restaurant. The fresh guacamole can be customized for spice, and is delicious. The Pechuga de Puebla, was divine, the chicken cooked perfectly was complimented by the poblano sauce. The potatoes were creamy and rich and the vegetables flavorful. The Molcajete (reminiscent of fajitas) served up in rustic pig shaped dish was delicious in both the chicken and steak preparations. Dessert was a chocolate corn confection served up in a corn husk, reminiscent of a lava cake or pudding- it was perfect for sharing. Portion sizes are generous, so be sure to leave room for dessert. El Maya is BYOB and offers Virgin Sangria and Margaritas for mixing.5/4/2013 12:00:00 AMThe food was fantastic. FunThe food was fantastic. Fun byob with tequila. Margaritas were very good. Great prices too.4/27/2013 12:00:00 AMThe decor leaves some to beThe decor leaves some to be desired, but the food was great. BYOB was the kicker. Overall, I really enjoyed it.4/20/2013 12:00:00 AMI thought the food was terrificI thought the food was terrific -- original, authentic yet innovative. We brought a bottle of tequila and they made a great pitcher of margaritas with it. And the staff took good care of us. It was really a lot of fun.4/20/2013 12:00:00 AMFood was excellent and serviceFood was excellent and service was very pleasant. We will be going back!4/17/2013 12:00:00 AMHad a great time with friendsHad a great time with friends there on Saturday night! "How about that dinner" was what we all kept saying to each other the next day. Inventive surprising dishes that leave me looking forward to my next visit. Check this place out. It's a great find!4/13/2013 12:00:00 AMBest Northside Mexican FoodThe food and service here were truly outstanding. I'm a vegetarian, and there was nothing on the menu that didn't include some type of meat, so I was initially very worried, but our server said it would be no problem for the chef to put together something I would like. The veggie enchiladas he prepared were some of the best I have ever had. My partner got a chicken dish that he raved about as well. Definitely will be back soon...4/1/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat BYOB. Upscale Mexican,Great BYOB. Upscale Mexican, with great speacials and wonderful service!3/29/2013 12:00:00 AMEl Maya - the hidden gemThis place is a hidden gem! I made last minute reservations for 8 people and this place exceeded all of our expectations! the service was excellent and every dish including our appetizers was delicious! The restaurant was not very busy but do not let this fool you! It actually made our experience even more enjoyable. The restaurant margarita mix was great! I recommend the queso fundido - which is not traditional compared to other restaurants. I also recommend the salmon del sol and the molcajete! We were talking about coming back to eat at el maya before our meal was even finished!!3/22/2013 12:00:00 AMSeriously check it outI had my birthday dinner here with a group of 6. Everyone ordered something different and every dish was amazing.. The service was excellent. Would be great for a date spot or group setting! or even a simple food adventure with friends. price is very reasonable for thr quality of food and service! Amazing!3/16/2013 12:00:00 AMFantastic find. The foodFantastic find. The food was wonderful. Very original menu and well prepared.3/16/2013 12:00:00 AM