🌶️ Authentic Appetite with Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant
“We want people to feel like they’re in a courtyard in Mexico,” says Mike Codner, Owner of Abuelo’s Mexican Restaurant, “We try to bring a neighborly atmosphere to your dining experience.”
This fiesta-themed restaurant is tucked in Kissimmee’s Loop shopping center, serving scratch-made dishes. The Mexican courtyard vibe is illustrated through murals on the walls, sky painted ceilings filled with clouds, and a large traditional statue serving as a centerpiece of the dining area.
Take a peek at our eats!
🍛 Abuelo’s Manjar
This Tex-Mex dish still holds traditional Mexican flavor with stacked enchiladas layered in beef, cheese and chili con carne. It’s topped with egg, making the plate feel like a homey comfort dish, also known in-house as “Grandpa’s favorite.”
🦐 Fajita Trio
These fajitas showcase vegan cauliflower tortillas. The meat trio includes skirt steak, marinated chicken, and Yucatan BBQ shrimp that holds a slightly spicy flavor. The dish is served sizzling, upon a bed of sauteed onions and peppers.
🌯 Enchiladas
Hand-rolled enchiladas are the focal point of this menu item, including a chicken and vegetarian mix. They’re rolled with cauliflower tortillas, which are known to be a superfood. Sauce choices include their chili con carne, which holds a hearty texture and savory taste.
🍖 Abrigada
This plate features three slowly smoked pork tenderloin medallions, wrapped in hickory smoked bacon. The wood-grilling brings out the savory meat taste even more. The medallions are served alongside hand-rolled enchiladas.
▲ Photo by Lauren Tram Nguyen
This restaurant has a non-judgmental, easy-going vibe. The team smiles, jokes, and engages with customers. You can catch their Grande Happy Hour from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., which features reduced prices on large drinks and a special tapas menu. It’s a chill spot for a relaxed lunch or dinner when you’re craving quality, no frills Mexican cuisine.
