La Fuente
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Top Sentiments among La Fuente Reviewers
Great margaritas
Great drinks
LOVE Fajita Tacos
Great shrimp tacos
Fabulous summer
Great Guacamole
Great mushroom chimichanga
Authentic cuisine
Good tequila
Great Shrimp Fahitas
Customer Reviews (47 reviews)
TurtleWI
on Citysearch Jun 23, 2009Waitress told our table our food took so long because of my side of mole sauce. Funny thing was she forgot to bring me my mole sauce. The margaritas are no tasty at all and the food was just average. Do not wast your time... (more)
jayoldenburg
on Citysearch Jan 08, 2009I love after work drinking during the summer at this restaurant. The outdoor area is spacious. This is the Mexican restaurant where the suburbians come for Mexican. Food is just okay. Expect a social environment... (more)
pinkyfloyd
on Citysearch Nov 06, 2008Best mexican restaurant around. The food is excellent, waitstaff hustles, and the margaritas will knock you on your azz. Have a blast everytime I eat there. Mucho excellente!!! (more)
DanfromMilw
on Citysearch Jul 16, 2008Great atmosphere. Very good margaritas. Food is average. As stated already, BEWARE OF THE AUTOMATIC SERVICE CHARGE (regardless of your party size)!! I have been going to La Fuentes for over 10 years. However, due to... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jul 08, 2008Customer service? It's obvious they get must get some difficult clientele. There's signs posted that say profanity will get you kicked out. On their menu they tell you NO split checks and a max of 2 credit cards per... (more)
jillianjordan
on Citysearch Jun 13, 2008My husband and I have been frequenting La Fuente for over 12 years., before the numerous expansions. We go there at least once a week. It was our favorite Mexican restaurant. We have noticed a gradual decline in... (more)
michellev01
on Citysearch May 04, 2008It was Cinco de Mayo today,,,,, everthing went wrong today. We were crossed off the seating list., were then were seated outside more like left outside.2 hours later we were served cold food and the wrong food. We were... (more)
Jewelsss
on Citysearch Mar 05, 2008People!!! This is not a place for children....prices high, intoxicated individuals, loud behavior, all around fun. When you go into La fuente you go to get away....no judging, just have fun and enjoy the buzz of the... (more)
lovely24
on Citysearch Jan 24, 2008The rainbow margarita's are fantasic as well as the shrimp and steak faitas they have. I try to make it there at least 8 times out of a year!! maybe more if I have time! (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Sep 19, 2007I have been going to La Fuente for 6 years now and all I have to say is...I'm addicted! On average, we go at least once weekly...and when family came to town from out of state, we went 3 times in 5 days! They loved it! The... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Sep 15, 2007La Fuente is a great place to meet your friends for a drink and a bite to eat. Great food, good drinks, parking is convenient. They do alot to make you feel secure in your walk to and from parking. But be prepared to wait.... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Sep 13, 2007We used to love to go to this restaurant. And I will say they still have great food--but slowly as they raise the prices (which I know is necessary) we have noticed other changes. Extra charges for things that used to be... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Sep 07, 2007my mouth is watering. This place is so good, I'm going to cut my review short. I'm on my way to La Fuente right now. Just seeing the name and bringing back the taste memory of all that great food...I can't take it anymore.... (more)
jamelea7
on Citysearch Sep 01, 2007I'm not a fan of mexican food, but I enjoyed my experience. I was told to go here, it was pretty pricey, but I guess it was because we ordered a lot of pitchers of margaritas. You get a lot of food also. Service was not great,... (more)
staceyg913
on Citysearch Aug 09, 2007I used to frequent La Fuente on a regular basis, however I think the quality of their food and their service has gone downhill in the past year. It is too crowded and once you do get a seat, they are in a big hurry to get you... (more)
msjr1
on Citysearch Jun 20, 2007After eating/drinking here myself on occasion....and knowing that I am usually a bit "off center" after a >couple pitchers of margaritas...I doubt I'd have ever caught this. >Maybe spreading the word will do... (more)
fyinsflip
on Citysearch Mar 21, 2007These guys know how to make great food (+ Margarita's) - and in a hurry. Our office is only 5 blocks away which makes for a great place to do business with clients or catch an after work drink. I'll definitely do lunch... (more)
plegal101
on Citysearch Feb 28, 2007Before I moved to Atlanta, this place was my ultimate favorite for decent food (notice I said decent) and GREAT margaritas. I used to go almost all THEE time. Yes there is a long wait, but guess what? When you go to places... (more)
milwife
on Citysearch Dec 05, 2006Before my husband left to Iraq we went to eat with the whole family and we just enjoyed it! They had everything for the whole family to pick from. From meat to sea food. And the service was the greatest in Milwaukee. Ever... (more)
valpo_c
on Citysearch Oct 04, 2006Food doesn't taste like authentic mexican food. I felt like I was eating at Chi chi's. Good atmosphere and bar area. I would not recommend coming here for the food. Find another mexican place. Eat here and I guarantee... (more)
buster8
on Citysearch Sep 15, 2006Extra long wait cosidering the sevice and food! The drinks were weak, the food poor and the service was o.k. With all the Mexican restaurants, you'd do better trying someplace else!... (more)
mjz
on Citysearch Aug 09, 2006After reading all the great reviews and extra long wait. we thought we found the perfect place. What a disappointment! Besides the long wait, the service was poor, drinks weak, food below average and no children's... (more)
teresa s.
on Judys Book Aug 08, 2006I love La Fuente and used to go there often -- the food is great, the margaritas "work" and the prices are reasonable. But -- after leaving without a voice after having to shout over the din two times in a row last winter we... (more)
Erin L.
on Judys Book Jul 27, 2006AWESOME!!!!! We go as a family and have fun- I go for Girl's Night Out and we have fun- romantic summer night with my husband...we have fun!! Cheap and yummy with a great atmosphere. We go 2-3 times a month in the summer!... (more)
Annie S.
on Judys Book Apr 17, 2006La Fuente has the best Mexican food in all of Milwaukee. You can tell it's good because it is always jam packed, but it is worth the wait! Just get one of their fab margaritas while you wait for a table.In the summer you... (more)
Theresa U.
on Judys Book Apr 01, 2006I LOVE LaFuentes! They are fast and fabulous. A great place for small or large groups. We went there last week for a birthday party and they happily catered to the drunk 12 of us! Great food and great drinks alike!... (more)
Erin C.
on Judys Book Sep 07, 2005This used to be my all time fave mexican stop, until I tried Botanas, which I also love (see my other review!)Anyway, this restaurant just keeps expanding because it is so popular. I was so addicted to it at one point... (more)
Tammy W.
on Judys Book Aug 09, 2005My friends & I try to go to La Fuente at least once a month. The food is excellent and the prices are cheap. I absolutely can't believe how much food they give you. You can enjoy chips and salsa while waiting. You even have... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jul 16, 2005Me and my friends try to go to La Fuente at least once a month. The food is excellent and the prices are super cheap. I absolutely can't believe how much food they give you. You can enjoy chips and salsa while waiting. You... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jun 28, 2005This is a fantastic mexican restaurant. The prices are very reasonable, and the food comes quick. Did I mention the fabulous margaritas? Try it out!!! PROS: Service,outdoor patio,prices CONS:... (more)