Potros Mexican Restaurant

"The service here was incredible. I was deeply impressed by how much care the server took. The food was also quite good. Everything was well salted so it had good flavor. They know how to cook."

"One of the best Mexican restaurants. Food overall was good and dessert. But the nachos lacked flavor sadly. Great staff. Thanks"

"If you’re looking for a culinary celebration that always delivers the best service, best flavors, and best cocktails, look no further than Potros Mexican Restaurant. Our first order was takeout, and I expected a lot from that photo my husband sent me, which demonstrated how neatly the staff at Potros had packed our meal, and there were chips, dips, napkins, and plasticware. After we unpacked our chicken fajitas and chicken quesadilla, we sat down to a very colorful spread with fresh red salsa, queso fresco sauce, house fried tortilla chips, fresh guacamole salad, Mexican fried rice (with corn and green beans, no less!), and creamy refried beans topped with cheese. As for the chicken fajitas, they were prepared exactly how I had hoped: sweet yellow and red peppers, bold green peppers, and zesty white onions teamed up with the juicy, all white meat chicken strips for a burst of char grilled flavor, wrapped in a soft flour tortilla. Of course, there’s the guacamole salad, which includes chopped iceberg lettuce, ripe red diced tomatoes, housemade guacamole, and shredded queso fresco. My husband loves to dip his chips into the guacamole, and I’m happy to share! Let’s move on to the ooey, gooey, melty cheesy, chicken quesadilla! Wrapped in a soft flour tortilla and finished in a skillet, the tender chicken bites or all white meat chicken went hand in hand with the hot melted cheese to deliver a savory, creamy bite. Served with side dishes of Mexican fried rice, luscious refried beans, and garden-fresh guacamole salad, this entree is a sure-fire way to end your long and tiring day. On another occasion, we decided to try dining in at Potros. Since we were dining in, we didn't want to miss out on the fresh guacamole, made especially for you right before your eyes, tableside. The lady who prepared our guacamole skillfully opened that avocado intact, before our eyes, and removed the pit, before spooning out the vivid green flesh into a bowl. Next, she squeezed the tart juice from one lime into the avocado, before mixing in the diced white onions and diced red tomatoes. I wanted to try something else on the menu that particular day, so I opted for the shrimp fajitas. They did not disappoint! The shrimp was cooked perfectly, with a meaty texture and stunning natural flavor, accentuated by the grilled onions and peppers. My husband was so enamored with the traditional chicken and cheese quesadilla, that he did not venture from his destiny. On our next visit, we asked for the Potros Drinks Menu. Wow! What an extensive cocktail and beverage menu! There were so many listings, so many choices, for wines, beers, martinis, shots and shooters, daiquiris, mixed drinks, and of course, margaritas and other tequila drinks. It had been a while since I’d had a margarita, and we had planned on ordering the nachos, so it seemed to me like a done deal. Cheerfully, I ordered the frozen strawberry margarita, garnished with fresh lemon and lime wedges. Our server was very thoughtful and brought us two straws, so I graciously offered my husband a few sips of my sweet, cold, fruity treat. Citrus flavors of lemon, lime, and orange danced with rich, ripened strawberries, and a vibrant shot of tequila. My tastebuds were delighted! For our midday snack, we were determined to enjoy the best nachos we could find on the menu, and so we landed on the Nachos Supreme. Ah, three different proteins were featured on a bed of just-now-fried, crispy tortilla chips: spicy taco beef, smoky pulled chicken, and luxurious refried beans. Atop our mound of meats was a bed of shredded iceberg lettuce, diced red tomatoes, queso fresco, and a whopping dollop of sour cream. All in all, I would say that Potros is not only the best Mexican restaurant around Richmond, but the best overall restaurant that we’ve been to in quite some time!"

"First time eating at this restaurant. Service was great and very attentive. My wife has allergies to black pepper and they were able to meet her request. Good was hot when served . Portions were above average. Dessert was on the smaller size. Overall it was a good experience."

"This was the first time I have been here, but it won’t be the last. The food was great. HUGE portion sizes and not to expensive. The place stayed busy the whole time we were there. The manger, Isaac came by and we chatted a bit. Told him this was my first time there. He thanked us for coming and he came back several times while we were there to make sure everything was okay. Will definitely be going back."