Reviews

Overall Total Score
4 out of 5
Impressive | 2050 reviews

What User likes about The Headless Mexican:
here is an idea one must try in humner christchurch! I was in a lot of Mexican restaurant all over the world and this is top topics from welcome/guarantee from friendly staff to A table and tops beverage service. I come back in a definitiw. a great thank you to her cook for all beautiful dishes, I let dance with a siesta on my palette! in the famous words of speedy gonzalez arriba arriba! andale andale! to the headle... View all feedback. What User doesn't like about The Headless Mexican:
We've loved this place for ages but our most recent visit was unusually underwhelming. Service was lackadaisical. Our waiter was personable but was not very attentive. Food wasn't quite to the normal standard that we've come to expect. Headless Mexican did hold the crown for the best mexican in Christchurch but that title is now up for debate. Make sure you ask for the hot sauce options , they were excellent and adde... View all feedback.

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HeyRestaurants
3.7 ★ from 1239 reviews
Rachel
04.09.2024 - 04:26

If I could give you 10 stars I would! Hands down our new favourite restaurant... Your food is to die for, super friendly staff and your service was so...

Lea
04.09.2024 - 04:26

Best hot cheese dip in Christchurch!! Sooo much deliciousness to try on their menu : inviting atmosphere, friendly staff and super amazing...

Maddy
04.09.2024 - 04:26

What a great place with awesome atmosphere. Not only was the owner . chef happy to adapt meals to be vegan, they were delicious and full of...

Mo'unga
04.09.2024 - 04:26

Was at the restaurant last night for birthday party and all of it was great the staff, atmosphere, food, music. I will definitely go back!

Mick
04.09.2024 - 04:26

Found this hidden gem tonight. Ive been in new zealand 3 1/2 years and this is the best dinner i have had in my time in the country. Food was...

Menulist
4.6 ★ from 5 reviews

beautiful small restaurant with warm and appealing staff. taco was a perfect balance of taste and taste. dessert was brownie and churros. brownie was warm, with...

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Great place, great food, hospitable staff, good atmosphere, authentic Mexican meals, good presentation of meals, and good dining experience overall

Under new management and it’s great to see this great wee spot thriving! Best Mexican in Christchurch! The ceviche is divine and the fried chicken is to die for...

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We went there for the first time on Saturday night. We loved the food and atmosphere! The mini bar was warm and inviting too. The mini chimichungers were amazin...

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We've loved this place for ages but our most recent visit was unusually underwhelming. Service was lackadaisical. Our waiter was personable but was not very att...

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INT Restaurants
4.4 ★ from 566 reviews
David
11.01.2024 - 14:54

Service great, food excellent. Salad items were quite fresh, good choice of beers. Reasonable value for money. Helpful with water for our dog.

Kieran
11.01.2024 - 14:54

The best mexican ever! One of our favourite restaurants. Great food, great service. Really fresh and filling meals that are made fast and well presented.

John
11.01.2024 - 14:54

Fantastic eatery.. great food, really attentive friendly staff and great ambiance. If you like mexican food the headless mexican is a must try. It will now be a...

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Jeannie
11.01.2024 - 14:54

We really enjoyed our night out at the Headless Mexican last night. We were greated on arrival and shown to our table and given the menu to peruse. After just t...

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MmmFood
11.01.2024 - 14:54

I have eaten here twice and the food was delicious both times. The atmosphere of the place is really nice, too. It has a lot of character! The location is splen...

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Facebook
4.1 ★ from 68 reviews
Google
4.6 ★ from 321 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.6 ★ from 87 reviews
Zomato
4.0 ★ from 32 reviews

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