Gran Agave Mexican restaurant

What we loved: From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is ecstatic- the place is beautifully decorated with lots of attention to detail, lots of colors, and you feel like you've taken a door into another culture. They also use hundreds of bottles in different colors, shapes and sizes to create a colorful experience. The restaurant is pretty big and has many tables inside and outside. If you want a table outside you can be seated pretty quickly but to sit inside, on a Friday night, when they have live music, the wait could be over an hour long. When we got there the wait was 45 minutes but while we were sitting there we heard them tell another family that the way it had grown to an hour and 10 minutes. We were surprised to see some pretty wonderful prices for very decent plates of food. Considering we were having dinner and the local prices at other restaurants, their prices are excellent. The food came out pretty quickly after we ordered it- it was hot and tasted good. The Mariachi band came around playing music and were absolutely amazing entertainers, musicians and singers. We would go again. What was "meh" about the experience: When we got the bill for the food, price was great for a group of four but then there was this mystery service charge of 18% which was separate from a tip. Come to find out this is something charged by some restaurants to help them with other costs or employee wages.... But why not put the added cost into the menu like everyone else does And so that your patrons see exactly what they will be paying in the end? Why instead opt to give your guests a surprise fee at the end? It was an unpleasant and unwelcome surprise.... It felt sneaky- I'm just thinking of other people who count every penny in planning for a budget- this would have thrown them off. We kept seeing that they sat other people ahead of us who had gotten there after us- come to find out they sent us a texts but we were not aware of because of the loud atmosphere. However, we were 3 ft in front of the hostess- she did not bother in calling our name to see if we were there (a due diligence) So it wasn't until we went up to the front to find out why they were sitting other people in front of us that they said "were ready for you". Once we sat down, the waiter was alright but spoke pretty quickly and softly so we had to ask him to repeat himself a few times. We got chips and salsa but received no plates to put these on. Our food was delivered and we had to wait to get our silverware... Just little things they could still work on wich affect the experience.

Always a pleasure to back! I come here whenever I’m in town, and it never disappoints. The food is always delicious, and the portion sizes are great, you definitely leave full. They also really understand gluten allergies, which makes ordering stress free. The mariachi band brings such a fun vibe, and Sonny is the best! He’s friendly, funny, and just makes the whole experience even better. Always a great time here. Definitely recommended! Thank you, Sonny!

We absolutely loved being serenaded by Vicente!!!! There were 7 people in our party. No wait to sit and drinks/food came out fast! The portions were huge and full of flavor! Fabiola took good care of our table! She made sure to get a group photo for us and that we had everything we needed! One of the best meals we have had in a while and can't wait to visit again!!!!!!

I don’t even know where to begin on how to describe the experience we had at this restaurant today.. what an amazing visit! Walking in we were blown away by the ambiance! It’s as if you have stepped in to a Mexican neighborhood. Our server Sonny was amazing and friendly! We also had an opportunity to chat with the owner who was genuine, generous and all around incredible! We enjoyed learning about the different tequilas, how the best ingredients are used in the making of the menu, and stories about the people who make up the restaurant! We were treated like family and felt so at home. Thank you Gran Agave Riverview for a wonderful afternoon!

Absolutely loved my experience at this Mexican restaurant! The food was delicious and served in generous portions. Our server, Lupita, was incredibly friendly and attentive. The margaritas and sangria were exquisite. The ambiance truly captured the essence of an authentic Mexican village. Would highly recommend! You must try the flan, it was amazing!

We wanted to try something more authentic Mexican. It’s as close as its been since living in Florida! Big portions, reasonably priced menu that is hard to come by now a days, and good Mexican flavors. We opted to remove the cheese sauce, but when you do that make sure you add a salsa to it. The meats were tender. The rice was a bit of a miss, and maybe it’s just because of the time we came. Some of it was dry and hard, so maybe it just sat too long in their pan before serving.

Hands down my family’s go to spot for delicious and authentic Mexican food, and the drinks are pretty good too. The staff is always friendly and accommodating. Don’t miss Friday evening either, as that is when the live music happens. A great night to hang out with friends and enjoy the atmosphere.

Stepping into this restaurant feels like a mini-vacation. The atmosphere is vibrant and welcoming, and the service is truly top-notch. The staff is friendly, attentive, and genuinely makes you feel at home. But the real star is the food—every dish is a burst of authentic flavor. From the sizzling fajitas to the incredible tacos, it's a perfect dining experience.