On The Border Mexican Grill Cantina Buford

3206 Buford Dr, 30519, Buford, US, United States

🛍 Vegan, Casual, Mexican, Tex-mex

2.6 💬 294 Reviews
On The Border Mexican Grill Cantina Buford

Phone: +16788047822,+17702715272

Address: 3206 Buford Dr, 30519, Buford, US, United States

City: Buford

Menu Dishes: 35

Reviews: 294

Website: https://www.ontheborder.com/locations/mall-of-georgia/

"First, as we walked into the restaurant, we were greeted nonchalantly. The host never made eye contact with anyone in our party. My mom specified that we had 3 adults and 2 children. Because he didn't look at our party and was not actively listening, he grabbed 5 adult menus and didn't recognize his mistake until we got to our table. Second, while our server was pleasant, we couldn't tell if she was new or poorly trained. She brought the children regular glasses instead of kid/styrofoam cups. She also neglected to put the appetizer in first so it came out late. Third, our food was not good at all. The refried beans were over cooked and dry. Our rice and my black beans were hard and undercooked. I ordered the honey chipotle shrimp tacos. The shrimp were not hot and were tough to chew giving me the impression that they were not cooked to order and had been sitting out for a while. I attempted to use my fork to cut through one and I just couldn't. Overall, our experience was very underwhelming and we will not be returning."

Full menu - 35 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Tacos

Dessert

Starters

Salads

Entrées

Featured Items

Kids

Enchiladas

Pizza

Lunch Hoagies

Salads & More

Beef Specialties

Starters & Dips

Soups And Salads

Dips, Snacks, & Small Plates

Burritos

The Fajitas

Kids Menu

Fajitas

Mains

Hosted Bar Packages

Burritos And Chimis

Botanas (Appetizers)

Tex Que

User User

Slow service for only mediocre food. At least they are better than the TACO place with the BELL

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Reviews

User
User

I always end up with an upset stomach after eating here, and I usually have a pretty strong digestive system. I just can't take the chance anymore.


Jeffrey
Jeffrey

I always seem to end up with an upset stomach after dining at this restaurant, and I usually have a pretty strong stomach. I don't think I'll take the risk again.


User
User

today with my daughter - the manager Mitch was so friendly and helpful for his associates, he was an atem of fresh air and he did everything possible to ensure that our visit was top notch! our waitress ashley was attentive, professional and very nice as well as an excellent waitress. we appreciate all their hard work, although they didn't have much personal. these two deserve a push for everything they have to do every day! View menu


User
User

This was a very unfortunate experience. I have always loved On The Border, however my experience at this particular location was subpar, to say the least.Staff was friendly and nice, overall.Food was barely palatable.I understand the “lack of workers” but this should not affect the quality of food I have come to expect from this franchise.This location could use an awakening from ownership, or be expecting doors to be closed up.


User
User

This place has gone so downhill. Once was a favorite of ours: service was good, and food was consistently tasty. Over the past year or two we've been probably 3 times, each time swearing we won't be back. I understand staff shortages and can put up with slow service. But the food is TERRIBLE. On our last visit the ends of my wife's enchiladas were so tough and dry they were inedible. The only way we'll ever return is if I hear from someone else that they've turned it around.


Len
Len

This was an awful experience. The restaurant was dirty the bathrooms were absolutely atrocious. The food was terrible. We both ordered the grand Taco salad with beef. There was no beef, the taco shell was very cold. The salsa was sitting on a counterin their kitchen wirh out any wrap on it. The chips were full of oil and salt, they were so greasy my husband tried wrappingthem up to get the grease off to no avail. We paid the bill without eating . Told our serve how awful it was. She still broughtthe entire bill out didn't apologize nothing. Strongly recommend not going here ever. View menu


User
User

This was an awful experience. The restaurant was dirty the bathrooms were absolutely atrocious. The food was terrible. We both ordered the grand Taco salad with beef. There was no beef, the taco shell was very cold. The salsa was sitting on a counter in their kitchen wirh out any wrap on it. The chips were full of oil and salt, they were so greasy my husband tried wrapping them up to get the grease off to no avail. We paid the bill without eating . Told our serve how awful it was. She still brought the entire bill out didn't apologize nothing. Strongly recommend not going here ever.


User
User

My father and I visited this restaurant for the first time, and it was the worst experience ever! I was seated near the host, and I noticed the owner sitting at a table nearby. Whenever a new group of guests arrived, he would roll his eyes and shake his head, as if he found it inconvenient to have more customers in his restaurant. I ordered the taco salad, and it tasted terrible. When the host/owner came over to our table after I'd taken a few bites, he mentioned that he had gone to the dollar store to get the sauce he used in my taco salad. Hearing that completely ruined my appetite, so we decided to leave. It was a very unsettling experience.


User
User

First, as we walked into the restaurant, we were greeted nonchalantly. The host never made eye contact with anyone in our party. My mom specified that we had 3 adults and 2 children. Because he didn't look at our party and was not actively listening, he grabbed 5 adult menus and didn't recognize his mistake until we got to our table. Second, while our server was pleasant, we couldn't tell if she was new or poorly trained. She brought the children regular glasses instead of kid/styrofoam cups. She also neglected to put the appetizer in first so it came out late. Third, our food was not good at all. The refried beans were over cooked and dry. Our rice and my black beans were hard and undercook... View menu

Buford

Buford

Buford, a small city in Georgia, offers a blend of Southern charm and modern amenities. Typical foods include barbecue dishes, peach cobbler, and various Southern comfort foods.

Categories

  • Vegan "Delight in our vegan menu, offering a vibrant selection of plant-based dishes crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Savor flavorsome meals that are as nourishing as they are delicious."
  • Casual Our Casual menu offers delicious comfort food for effortless dining. From juicy burgers and scrumptious sandwiches to fresh salads and hearty mains, our diverse selection provides a delightful experience for any casual outing. View menu
  • Mexican Authentic Mexican flavors await you with sizzling fajitas, savory tacos, zesty enchiladas, and fresh guacamole, all crafted with rich, traditional spices and served with vibrant sides. Enjoy a fiesta on your plate!
  • Tex-mex Savory, bold flavors combining traditional Mexican ingredients with a Texan twist. Enjoy spicy enchiladas, zesty tacos, and hearty burritos, all topped with melted cheese and fresh salsa.

Amenities

  • Television
  • Vegan Options
  • menu
  • Outdoor Seating
  • menu
  • Accepts Credit Cards

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