Mode X Tequila Bistro

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   THECOS

   Poconos

   139 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   139 reviews

   Dined on February 26, 2023

   overall3food3service3ambience3

   Rates 3,stars not for lack of trying or quality but because it is more nuvo Mexican or Mexican fusion. Tacos were flavorful but not a traditional taco. If you are looking for traditional Mexican food this is not the place. So bottom line: check the menu first to be sure it meets your expectations.

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   jenmo

   Chicago

   2 reviews

   3.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on February 25, 2023

   overall3food3service3ambience1

   If you're stopping in for drinks and and an app, this place isn't bad. I would not recommend dinner. We were seated just under a speaker and we could barely carry on a conversations since we couldn't hear each other. Our server seemed stretched too thin. And it sounded like the back of the house was struggling too since they were running out of glasses and the place wasn't even close to full.

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   OpenTable Diner

   Cincinnati

   4 reviews

   3.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on February 19, 2023

   overall3food4service1ambience4

   The absolutely horrible service overshadowed the yummy food and drinks. Loved the ambiance too but it was impossible to overlook how horrendous the service was from start to finish.

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4. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Cincinnati

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 18, 2023

   overall3food2service1ambience3

   The service and food was very sub par. Getting the bill was not a fun experience after the service and food we received. We won’t be going back.

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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Cincinnati

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on February 14, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   What a great Valentine’s Day dinner! Our server was so friendly and attentive! Our food was delicious (especially the Tres Leches cake) and the ‘love songs’ play list was a perfect touch! Thank you, Mode X!

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   MattM

   Indiana

   4 reviews

   2.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on February 11, 2023

   overall2food3service1ambience2

   The server made the experience one in which we would not return. As soon as he took our order without writing it down, we knew we were in trouble. Mistakenly rang wrong food and was all over the place so hard to even track down most of the time. Some food came out not really even warm (for example, the flaming queso was cold - how is that even possible?) . We got the signature margarita…tiny, not great, and $12! One person got the pork belly tacos - it was missing the pork belly (not really, but such a pathetic amount of protein that it basically was a joke. More pineapple than protein - maybe they should rename them?). The server couldn’t’ figure out how to split the check (again, he didn’t write anything down so how could he know who got what. Oh yeah - and one of the apps came out after dinner did. WTF? I’m assuming he’s because he forgot to ring it in (so when we asked where it was all of a sudden it showed up). We also ordered the tamale cakes…basically three bites for $14. Pretty ridiculous. When he did bring out some of the food (after half the table was already done eating), he wasn’t even sure what a quesadilla was vs. a sope. The ONLY bright spot was I got the tequila pasta, and really have no complaints about it - really delicious. The service was very poor - and at those prices, you can’t have poor service. Very sad to write this as we had been looking forward to trying it for months!

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   Dgt60

   Cincinnati

   7 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on February 10, 2023

   overall4food5service3ambience4

   Nice place...environment..not too busy at first at 5pm on a Friday but definitely picked up. Happy hour prices on certain drinks and some appetizers from 3-6 M-F. Have to pay for chips but they were very good with either guac or salsa. We had different margaritas and beer. Margaritas were very flavorful and tasty. In general, all the food was very good. Portions perhaps a bit on the small side for the price but all in all a good place to eat. Would defininitly go back...would be a fun place even just for appetizers and drinks during happy hour !

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   Monkiez79

   Cincinnati

   9 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on February 5, 2023

   overall3food4service3ambience5

   Went in for my wife’s birthday, table beside us came in later for a birthday and got solid service…we did not. Didn’t even ask about the birthday or anything. Our server didn’t seem like he wanted to wait on us? Chef was awesome I’d give him 5 stars, delivered our food and had great charisma! Food was all very good. Drinks were strong but the House margarita I got was not good. They were out of egg whites which I love in my cocktails so they couldn’t make me tequila sour they had on menu. Ambiance was pretty cool, loved the lighting and music.

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9. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Cincinnati

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on January 8, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Excellent Food and drinks. We really enjoyed the upscale Mexican restaurant. We will DEFINITELY be back!!

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    JHOhio74

    Columbus

    12 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2

    I had requested dining room and we were seated in the bar area even after waiting 45 min for our 7:00 reservation.

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    OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall3food5service4ambience4

    Margarita's small for $12 and no frozen. Charged me for 2. Had one taken off. Had a Groupon for $30 off the bill. Only took of $17.

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    LMC1

    Cincinnati

    36 reviews

    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience2

    The guacamole and blue corn chips were very good. The Sopes and street corn were also very good.

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    HeatherB

    Cincinnati

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Everything was great! This was our first time here and our waiter was great when we asked for dinner recommendations. We will definitely be back!

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    TynS

    Cincinnati

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3

    My party and I had a great time. If you're a fan of guacamole you MUST give it a try! It was the absolute best.

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15. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 18, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience4

    Kind of pricey for small portions. Everything is very flavorful but menu items were not brought out and had to ask for them. Had to wait for water refills. Service was slow and they weren't even busy. First and our last time going here.

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16. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall4food5service3ambience5

    Ww had a girl night out and the food was good. The only thing that was a glitch in the evening was our appetizers came out after our meal. Some miscommunication with our server and the cooks. Other than that it was a good experience. I would definitely go back.

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    DeborahM

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 9, 2022

    overall2food3service2ambience2

    Had a reservation for 8 pm but was early so went to the bar. Service started out great, but then they forgot about us as the bar. We ordered drinks and an appetizer. We got the drinks quick enough but never got the appetizer. Then we had to talk to a bartender at 8:30 to find out what happened to our table and appetizer. Got seated at 8:35 and the service at the table was mediocre at best as well. Drinks were average and so was the food. Will not go again.

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    DEJKL

    Cincinnati

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2022

    overall4food3service4ambience4

    We decide to try this place and it was good. Some of the appetizers were pricey for the size such as the tamale cakes. The Carne Asada is stated served Medium Well, mine was done and dried. I could not finish it. The drinks are good and again very small in size.

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    MJB80

    Cincinnati

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Some of the best food we’ve ever tasted!

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20. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    4 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2022

    overall1food2service2ambience3

    Poor service, mediocre food at an inflated price. Won’t be back.

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    OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2022

    overall1food3service1ambience3

    The menu looked good, but after 20 minutes waiting for our server we left

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22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 4, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience3

    Food was good, service was good. Pricy for tacos

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23. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We've been wanting to try Mode X for a couple months and just made it tonight and absolutely wish we would've went sooner. First, our server (Ana) was super sweet and efficient and the food was absolutely delicious! We had the queso for an appetizer, and dinner entrees were Tacos de Birra and Pasta Tequila. It was all sooo good and very well priced for authentic dishes. Also talked to other staff members and everyone was so friendly and just nice. We will definitely be back (often)!

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    Steph

    Cincinnati

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    Our Server was great with suggestions and had a good personality. Our food and drinks were very good. My only negative feedback is that at some points during the evening our service was slow.

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    RobJ

    Cincinnati

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This place is built for foodies. Forget about American Mexican food when you have the real thing. The food was incredible, authentic, inventive, and executed perfectly. I had no idea that I liked a straight up shot of Tequila until I had the good stuff. WOW is not enough. The staff was extremely attentive and made the service at the restaurants around look bad. Make a point of getting here for the experience before they are slammed, right now they are still building a reputation and it is not to hard to get a reservation yet. Truly the best of all worlds, Food, Drink and Service. Will be back often.

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26. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The service was the some of best I’ve had in the Dayton area. The food was excellent. I highly recommend and will be going back!!!!

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    Ronald

    Cincinnati

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2022

    overall3food2service3ambience4

    Good atmosphere, music on loud side. Service good. Limited menu Authentic Mexican food. Small portions for the price. We had tacos 3 to an entree and a chicken enchilada. Tacos good but small. The heat or spice on enchilada was hot however nothing on the menu indicated the heat. Couldn't finish it. Probably wont go back

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    JenniferW

    Cincinnati

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2022

    overall3food4service5ambience3

    Service was excellent. Drinks were excellent. The sweet corn tamale and pasta tequila tasted great but were overpriced for the portion size. The queso board was a joke. I could have done better with what’s in my refrigerator at home. A few grapes and strawberries, two different crackers/tea biscuits, green olives, and gouda and cheddar triangles with a misplaced sweet sauce/jam. It was completely appropriate if it was part of a kids menu, but unfortunately, it’s a $17 appetizer.

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