Nikky Wyeth
Don’t post often. Specially with love towards supporting local family business that made me feel like family throughout all my years growing up in the small town of lake Stevens. Knowing the whole family throughout the 19 yrs+ but and know I know why sadly everyone that knows the family business has issues since hes taken over.. Sorry the last son the now has taken over Ixtapa has ruined this business. Love the whole family but food has changed, please who hes hired and food taken over is terrible/un taught or not caring, (told by many members of the community, but still loved to come back to support… WRONG. I was told right and know I know.) Prices are wonky (even when they get your order wrong they wont give you money back on your card, they will say next time you come back ask for the manager and I’ll return your money because it takes him a hour on the phone with getting it back in a few days.) I said I’m okay with time to give my cash back, Lake Stevens is hard for me to get to and I was just trying to support your business so I’d like it back on my card no matter how long it takes.. apparently that wasnt a option…..?
The last son of Fransicos shouldn’t be involved with this family first starter business. Making them look bad and never wanna return. So rude. The whole family worked up to create a good experience until he took over.
… moreDelwin Inness
Little dirty inside, service was ok, bathrooms dirty trash was full. Over priced food and less food since last year.
… morePatrick Tibbetts (Vegan Hippie Dude)
Good food, super friendly staff. The bar can get busy and loud. I have never sat in the dining room but it looks nice.
This location is tucked away in a large strip mall next to ACE and A pharmacy. Plenty of parking. Why four star??? I have eaten here many times but i find the alcohol drinks very weak.
… moreScott Wykes
Great service, very attentive staff. Only down was portion size compared to other Mexican restaurants I’ve visited, a bit on the less size. Maybe they looked at me and said, “He could prolly stand less calories today” . Flavor +++
… moreIgnacio Ricardo Cheesman
I like to put reviews like this not to put down a restaurant but to make them greater. If Ixtapa can have their cooks eat their own food once in awhile, they will find their food is very salty. I ordered the Ixtapa burrito and my wife ordered the enchilada from the lunch menu today. When we got our dish it looked so yummy. But our excitement turned to dissapointment real quick after the first couple of bites. My wife loves salty food but even for her, the enchilada was very salty. The Ixtapa burrito was even twice as salty. I hope that they will taste their own food and discover this for themselves. I would love to come back here and taste their chicken mole but I don’t want to get dissapointed for the second time. I’m really hoping that mole would be really deliceous and not taste like ton of salt was the main ingredient.
… moreRolf Vitous
Been coming here for years. Met a friend for lunch, seated in the bar. Clean, staff friendly, drinks well made, food tasty as always. This place has the BEST chicken soup around. I ordered a double side of the fried jalapenos as my ‘salad’
The others were happy with their food also (a couple combo plates). Decent sound level, the staff we saw were masked and attentive without being overbearing. Service was prompt.
… moreTaylor Stefani
Ixtapa Mexican Restaurant
Reliable spot for traditional Mexican food in Lake Stevens. The portions are generous, ingredients taste fresh, and the service is friendly. Casual, family-friendly atmosphere and a solid menu with all the classics. Easy choice for dine-in or takeout.
… moreUmang Sardesai
The free Salsa and chips were amazing! I did not like the reduced Carb Burrito. Too much cheese. Also the prices were definitely on the higher side, felt $5-$7 more than usual prices.
… moreMaria Schellenberg Rapp
My husband ordered nachos. Did not look appetizing did not taste good had no jalapenos My dinner was better taste.
Rice & beans Portions were small. For the price we paid it wasn’t worth it. Restaurant needs to be cleaned. highly disappointed for a Ixtapa.
… moreAshley Pearce
WHITE QUESO!!! (Iykyk)
+ amazing mole enchiladas & regular enchiladas!! Their sauces are exceptional. We’ve been 3 times now and each time is wonderful!
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