Joe Peña’s in Frankfurt am Main

I don't recommend this restaurant to anyone! The food was TERRIBLE! It was served cold, and it has absolutely nothing to do with Mexican food. I absolutely don't understand the good reviews here. If possible, I wouldn't even give this restaurant a single star.

Two hours waiting for food. Insane…

Two hours of waiting for meal? Serious? Terrible

We were here for valentine’s night dinner. Very expensive for what this place has to offer. Waiters were definitely overwhelmed with amount of guests. Service was terrible. We waited for a long time before someone took our order and when they served our food after long waiting, it was already cold. Food is made with good quality ingredients but tastes below average, it is definitely does not have any Mexican flavour.

Average and uninspired dishes, especially for the price.

20+ euros for half portion dishes. I found it overpriced. The taste was also average. I cannot recommend directly. There are better places definitely.

Atmosphere were too dark, I know it's a bar too, but still too dark. Food was served after 40 minutes and so disappointing. I ordered enchiladas de pollo costs 21.8 and totally overpriced. I won't come back.

Highly recommended. Were there with 4 adults and 2 children. Very accommodating, especially towards the children.

Really cool shop. I really enjoy coming here and it always tastes great.

The food is overpriced, and the quality is disappointing. I dined here with my family, including two kids, and ordered the sizzling beef with tortilla. Unfortunately, they had an unusual smell and were tough to eat. Although we sat in a non-smoking section, there was still a strong cigarette odor, possibly due to poor sealing of the glass partition. This might be a concern for those sensitive to smoke or families with children. On the bright side, the customer service was excellent.

Super loud and super tasty! Always fun!

The food is very tasty, but not cheap. Main courses are all around 20 euros and up and are normal, not large, portions. The staff are super nice and attentive and we didn't have to wait long for our food

Very good food, I like to come here when I'm nearby 👌🏼

Really delicious food, a large selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and friendly and extremely attentive service.

The food was really very good, the cellars were very friendly. Unfortunately, my colleague wasn't at all happy with his dessert. And I almost gave mine back too. It's a shame, everything's great, but they can't do desserts.

The quantity is small compared to the price and the taste is not that great. Moreover, the blatant request for a tip is burdensome (I paid).

Very courteous service. The food was very, very tasty.

Very hospitable, attentive, friendly, and approachable service

Super delicious food, clear recommendation!

Extremely rude manager and there are better mexican restaurants in frankfurt.

My favourite restaurant we visited in Frankfurt. Fantastic service, the food was just amazing and really good drinks too! I loved the decor and interior, really added to the overall experience! We got lucky with a table a random Monday night. Fresh guacamole made right at our table and everything!

Very friendly, helpful and flexible staff, typical food, delicious drinks.

Service was great and very friendly! The biggest point of criticism is the starter plate. My group finds the composition of the prize confusing. The price mentioned is calculated per person and does not start at (14.95 for two people). Well, if the platter comes to the table after 2 minutes, that's great on the one hand, but on the other hand it makes it clear that the things are only warmed up briefly and then served (very nicely prepared!). I really liked the quantity of the main course, but in my opinion it had relatively little taste. I helped myself with salt and pepper. We paid 170€ for 3 people with a starter plate, a drink per person and a bottle of water.

We were dissatisfied as a group… the starters were priced at an unacceptable price at €15 per person for what? My guacamole also cost €14.90 just for a dip. The taste was also rather mediocre. Unfortunately I have to say that this is my last visit as it has gotten worse over the years.

While passing through Frankfurt for a few days, we had dinner on 12/31/2024 at Joes Pena. Great setting, great service! On the other hand, the dishes were very basic, not bad, but we expect a little better for the price paid. However, I recommend this restaurant :)

Service nice. The dishes taste okay. 5 on a scale of 10. BUT… with all due respect guys, the prices for these portion sizes are not acceptable. As an example: €14.90 for a small plate of guacamole or this starter plate for €30 for 2 people is absolutely too much. This applies to almost every dish on the menu.

The restaurant offers average Mexican food, which is flavorful but a bit on the heavy side. The service, however, is excellent and very attentive. The atmosphere is pleasant and casual, though slightly too dimly lit. The margaritas are absolutely delicious, making it a great spot for gathering with friends.

Very good food and a super good staff with good advice if you don't know what to eat

Everything was perfect!!the atmosphere the food as it should be!!

Based on service alone, I'm giving this place a 5-star rating. My server really did the most to provide excellent service. For example, he apologized for the lack of a menu in English but told me that it was available on their website. He also sat me in an area where my dog wouldn't be in the way. The service here really is top notch. Sadly, I can't really say the same about the food. It wasn't bad, I was just disappointed because it wasn't authentic. Having lived in San Diego for the better part of 12 years, I'd like to think I know a little something about real Mexican food. Unfortunately, this wasn't it. As I ate my chips and salsa, it almost felt at one point like I was eating ketchup. And there was nothing authentic about my chimichanga. I'm disappointed not in the food itself but that it wasn't real Mexican food. But overall, I'd recommend this restaurant. (And as usual, for my fellow pet owners, they allow dogs inside.)

The dishes are quite expensive, but taste very different, some tasty, some bland. I would take the fact that a delicious homemade guacamole is served as a starter, but then a completely different type (more liquidy, with less taste) is served as a side dish, is the best example. Unfortunately, in winter you're cold despite wearing a jacket because it's so drafty on the first two rows of tables near the door (which was also the case last year).

Looking, looking, looking... ...and still didn't find anything negative! Chance led us to this restaurant where everything is just right. I'll try to keep it brief: The service was very friendly (almost warm-hearted), charming and extremely attentive - but without seeming "slimy" or even dishonest. Simply authentic! The candle on the table that had just burned out was noticed and replaced in no time. We were given friendly support when choosing the menu (I had no idea about the dishes). What was served after a barely noticeable wait was not only extremely delicious, but also plentiful. Tastes are fundamentally different, and getting the right taste is often a matter of luck in gastronomy. This one perfectly suited my taste! I also found the ambience to be very pleasant - a great atmosphere with warm, pleasant light. People tended to forget that they were in Frankfurt. I would have loved to stay an hour or two longer to linger at the cocktail bar, which was also very appealing. However, unfortunately I had to drive back to Frankenberg. It's a good hour's drive from there. A route that is definitely worth it for this culinary experience. We had a great evening – thank you very much for that. We will come back! Rare, but equally well-deserved 5 stars from me.

Food, service, everything was great - would be happy to come again. The appetizer platter, the steak and the fried ice cream were excellent. All the service staff were super friendly. Great!

Food is interesting and good, however, huge minus - its too busy, you have to sit literally "back to back" with some strangers - they try to fit there as much people as they can, but this is very uncomfortable for customers, ruined the whole experience. Also, both times that we were there and booking table long in advance - we were getting the worst table next to the main entrance-terrible...constantly cold wind and people pushing you while walking...we will not come back again, this is not worth it, very uncomfortable experience, food was not that great to sit like that...at the same time - big compliment to their waitresses, they were very fast and with a good memory, while so busy.

Very tasty and super nice staff! We chatted with us and gave us very good recommendations! We'd love to come back! :)

Delicious food with excellent service

Everything is just right here: food, great service, cocktails, ambience!

It's always fantastic here. We always sit outside under the heater and enjoy the margarita pitcher selection..... Or sometimes the corona 🍻 on tap😍

The two of us had dinner at Joe Penas Frankfurt on a Saturday evening. Unfortunately, the experience we had was so negative that it cannot be left unmentioned. We both ordered a chimichanga. I asked if they could make mine a little spicier, to which the waiter said he could put hot sauce on the side. In principle it's okay, but in retrospect I understand why, the dishes are already prepared and are only heated briefly again. The fact that they then ask for €2.50 for a bit of hot sauce without asking - not nice, but it would be bearable. When the food came, the first disappointment was there, the chimichangas themselves only taste like spinach and you can look for the 3 chicken cubes in them. You won't find any spices that are vaguely Mexican. The rest on the plate was a small pile of cold rice, cold bean salsa and a bit of ready-made salad from the bag. The whole thing for €22.50 - wow. Well, we were both hungry and ate it. It wasn't bad, but very far from good. The worst thing, however, was the waiter's reaction when we asked him "was everything okay?" friendly! pointed out that we were not satisfied with the food. He said "yes it's spinach with chicken and not chicken with spinach and if you don't like it, that's your problem". If you can't handle criticism, you shouldn't ask for someone's opinion. Afterwards we were of course ignored by the waiter and even in the empty restaurant we had to get up to pay despite repeated instructions. Conclusion: the food is not good, but that wouldn't be a problem if the service staff responded sensibly to criticism. The margaritas were solid, can't say anything about that. What remains is the waiter's terribly bad behavior (black curly ponytail), who is definitely not made for the job and thus ruins the whole evening. We can't recommend anyone to come here.

Ordered steak medium, it arrived rare. I ate it because I can eat it. Others would have returned it. I also told the waiter that I wanted to give the feedback to the kitchen. The taste was okay without being convincing. There was also 1/4 corn on the cob (1/4?? Why) and sweet potato fries (I thought the portion was too small). The taste was good. All in all, I wasn't convinced.

Would´ve liked to see a bit more sugar on the Crema catalana to get the caramelization properly, but overall super happy

Good cocktails, perfect food. Pretty loud inside. So come early!

Nice ambience. Very good service and drinks. But like any Mexican chain, the food is just whack. Is only recommended if you like a nice drink.

Were invited there and very, very good service and delicious food

Very tasty food in a very cool location. I would be happy to come back when I visit FFM.

Second time here for a private party - great service and delicious food! Absolutely recommended!

An excellent Mexican restaurant! There’s no better way to start your evening than with a fabulous Nachos and some Joe Peña’s-style tacos. Their extensive menu offers something for everyone—from a juicy, mouthwatering burger to a divine beef burrito or delicious fajitas. You can also enjoy their amazing steaks, like the Carne del Rey. All I can say is that this incredible Mexican spot, with its lively atmosphere, delicious cocktails, margaritas, and tequila, will make you feel like you’re in the heart of Mexico. 100% recommended! Give it a try and let me know what you think!

Top service! Without exception, everyone was nice and was able to give good tips on how to choose, the price was also great and the food was very good!

The burrito was tasty, but could have been bigger for the price.

I went to this place with my husband for dinner. The place is a disaster for vegetarians/vegan with just 3 options. Food presentation was decent but it was absolutely bland and overpriced. We ordered two different dishes in different sauces but both tasted the same - tasteless and bland. We paid 48 euros for 2 dishes and 1 drink. Very dim lighting, can turn you blind. Bad experience, overpriced and bad food. Don’t recommend.

Our experience at this restaurant was really unsatisfactory. Upon arriving with our family, we noticed a lack of kindness in the treatment towards us. We ordered an Oaxaca Beef Bowl which, according to the menu, was not spicy, with the intention of sharing it (clearly mentioning the waiter, in German by my husband who is German) with our 2 year old daughter. However, in addition to making a mistake in the initial order, when I brought it back, the dish was so spicy that it was inedible, even for me, who is Latin American and usually enjoys spicy flavors. After an already difficult experience, the 10 minute wait for the bill (Rechnung) even though we had already paid the bill made the situation even more frustrating. Furthermore, when visiting the bathroom, so little water came out that it was insufficient to properly wash one's hands, an oversight in hygiene that is unacceptable. I would not recommend this restaurant as it left us with a negative impression on several aspects. I'm sure there are better options in Frankfurt for those looking for good food and quality service. If you prefer a pleasant experience, it would be better to consider another place.

The guy who answers the phone is pretty rude for a “latin american” themed bar

The food was great but one of the servants was incredibly unfriendly and superficial.

Solid. Already for years. extensive cocktail selection.

The food was pathetic, everything was cut in very large pieces to make it look like the dishes are big when in actuality they aren’t. The guacamole was very watery and funny tasting, I think it is the kind you buy premade at wholesale in bucketsize. Nothing seemd fresh. The chesee quesadilla had only a hind of cheese. Everything is very overpriced, minimum 25€ a dish. I do not recommend it.

Great food, great service and a harmonious feel-good atmosphere inside. Gladly again…

Nice place and high expectations. Unfortunately, the swevice and communication were not worthy of a catering service provider. There was a large group, but the bill was therefore almost cheeky and cheeky. It's a shame, actually, it dampened the mood a bit.

Delicious food, friendly and attentive staff. Clear recommendation.

Extremely good food, atmosphere and friendly staff. The atmosphere is homely.

Vegetarian🌱 Burito. Hmmm delicious 🤤 nice shop, great food and cool drinks. What more could you want 😎

Hidden gem with great cuisine From the street, the restaurant looks rather inconspicuous, hidden behind large hedges and a red blind. But don't let that fool you! Behind this facade there is a real culinary highlight. The service was extremely friendly and attentive. The dishes came to the table quickly and were convincing in every respect. Particularly noteworthy is the excellent price-performance ratio, which is really great for the quality of the food. If I'm in the area again for work, I'll definitely come here again. A reservation is definitely recommended, because the restaurant was already completely full at 6:30 p.m. - and that on a weekday! The reservation works easily via the clear homepage. Overall, a wonderful experience that I can recommend to everyone!

Very pleasant atmosphere and very friendly staff.

Pretty good - Caesars Salad was actually really tasty!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ **Absolutely Fantastic!** Joe Pena's Cantina y Bar completely convinced me! The service is simply unbeatable – the team is super friendly, attentive and makes you feel completely comfortable. The food is absolutely amazing! Every bite is a taste explosion and you can tell that only fresh and high-quality ingredients are used here. I can't wait to come back. Clear recommendation for anyone looking for an authentic and delicious experience!

Joe Pena's Cantina y Bar is a fantastic place to unwind with amazing drinks and delicious Mexican food. The cocktails are top-notch, and with the happy hour deals, it becomes an even more appealing spot to hang out with friends or enjoy a night out. Though the menu only offers three vegetarian options, each one is exceptionally good, showcasing great flavor and quality. The nachos are particularly nice, making for a great starter or snack to share. The friendly staff adds to the positive experience, always attentive and ready to assist with a smile. Prices are reasonable, especially considering the quality of the food and drinks. The lively atmosphere and solid menu offerings make Joe Pena's Cantina y Bar a very good choice for a fun and satisfying dining experience. Whether you're there for the happy hour or just to enjoy some Mexican flavors, it's definitely worth a visit!

Very tasty, very nice, very friendly

Food itself was okay, we came to a business lunch, about ten people. We left over 400 euros behind and we actually had to pay for the nightcap after dinner ourselves. In general there was no welcome tone from the service staff, we sometimes felt out of place or unwanted! What a shame!

Wonderful chilled out location, delicious food! Great service.

Was there for the second time now and everything is great! Food, staff and ambience was great. I'm already looking forward to the next time.

The Fajitas with meat did not test nice it is like the chef made them in a hurry and the table of two people are too small that our food was pouring while eating.The toilets are written in Mexican language it was confusing to me you may need Google translator to know which one is for men and women.The cocktails were good quality though.The menue for food is mixed with drinks and they have like four pages of just drinks.l think they should create two menues one for drinks and another for Food.The customer care was fantastic though

It tastes very good👍You can choose what dishes to add. I wanted beef, fish, shrimp, pineapple, and banana.

So the store has extremely deteriorated in quality. Friendly staff, but no longer quality.

We were a group of 6 and one had fajitas with fish, he developed problems with the gastrointestinal tract and struggled for two days. Unfortunately, the rest of the food didn't justify the hefty prices; the burritos, chimichangas, etc. weren't even close to what we're used to from Mexican cuisine. Unfortunately. The service was good, the atmosphere was nice. It's a shame because the food spoiled our evening to some extent. Unfortunately the last time for us.

We had a lovely evening and the food was very tasty. The main courses cost an average of €20 - value for money was right for us. The location is a little louder but it was okay outside.

We came here based on a friend's recommendation and were absolutely pleasantly surprised!! In addition to the quality of the food, for example the guacamole is prepared directly at the table, the service and the staff were also completely convincing. The entire staff was friendly and competent, and there was nothing missing - it's nice that this still exists! The food is varied and very tasty

The food was very tasty, the service was very friendly and accommodating. We were there on Friday evening around 10 p.m. and got a place for two people without a reservation, great!

The food was average, and not very authentic Mexican. More tex-mex. The cocktails were delicious however. The server was also not the friendliest as I requested to sit closer to the tv to watch the football, but rejected even though there were empty tables.

Food is very good, there are not enough toppings, the rice is a children's portion. .not normal if you pay a full price of 24.00

Reheated food. Dry enchiladas??? And cold??? That's not an enchilada. At least they had michelada... oh no! They reduced it with water to save ingredients. Don't waste your time going to eat here. The happy hour alone is worth it. An exquisite Bloody Mary 🥰

Tasty, but the food was 0 spicy. When I asked for a hot sauce (which I assumed they forgot to put on the table), I was brought a mango chutney. In the end I discovered on the bill that I had been charged an additional €2.50 for it. Even when I asked the waiter why he hadn't told me before, his reaction was: "At Joe's Burgers you also pay extra for the mayo". I thought I'd go to a better place than Joe's Burger, at least it's significantly more expensive 🤷‍♂️

Our waitress was super friendly and responded to every special request! The food was great and super fresh!

Reservations are a chaos in this place; I even think that they reserve garden tables to push people inside. Food is ok but not the best, really a shame for this well-known place 🤷‍♂️

Food was okay, small portions for such a high price but at least they got very tasty cocktail (strawberry kiss). The service was very fast and friendly 👍

This was one of the best mexican restaurants i’ve ever been too! The environment was immediately lively and spirited. The waiters were kind and warm. There was a great variety of drinks and food and the drinks were up to standard👍 The guacamole was amazing, it was made infront of us and it was super fresh and delicious. The tortilla chips were pretty good too and the two went really well together! The food didn’t take too long and it was tasty and appetizing, it had an amazing range of flavors. The Quesada De Pavo was amazing! The cheese was rich in flavor and so was the chicken, the vegetables could use some improvement but that was one of my favorite dishes i had. The Fajita Chicken was also delicious and just the right amount the spice! I’m just a bit disappointed that the guacamole on the dishes was less fresh and yummy than the one that is made infront if you🥲 The Bathrooms were also absolutely breathtaking and i was star struck when i walked in. The smell was amazing, the looks were amazing and cleanliness was spectacular! I have never been so impressed with a bathroom! The portions of food were also great and pretty big! You really are getting your moneys worth! Overall was the restaurant amazing and i will be coming here next time!

Super rude but eat good. Still no more visitors.

It is shameful that they use the name Mexican food on dishes that have almost nothing to do with real Mexican food. It's not fair that they pass themselves off as a Mexican restaurant, one falls for missing Mexican cuisine. The service was good, just the quality of the food was not.

The Mexican restaurant offers an authentic and delicious selection of dishes. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, the staff friendly and attentive. The prices are fair and the food is freshly prepared. Overall, a great experience that I can only recommend!

Very pleasant restaurant/bar. Food was very tasty, cocktails were good. A recommendation for Mexican cuisine

Food and cocktail quite tasty. Recommended: Guacamole from the starter list.

I have had much better taste for the enchiladas I ordered. They are not necessarily bad, but they could be better. Perhaps other dishes they serve are much tastier. I may come back next time I am in town.

Everything was fine! If I'm in the area again, I'll be happy to come back.

Came back after 11 years and now have been wondering why it took me so long! The place is nice and big enough to find place also last minute on a friday night. Everything I hate was really tasty, from the starters, to the super spicy meat main to the dessert (fried ice cream), and the draft corona. Very cool was that they do the guacamole at your table which was perfect for me since I don’t eat coriander and they did it without. Also very nice was the service: the waiter that served us was very good and knowledgeable at providing recommendations. Approved!

Very tasty food, great atmosphere and above all very, very friendly staff. Especially our waitress Sheila. Thanks again

Waited a long time for food! Unfortunately incapable of cellaring. Drinks were forgotten and unfortunately people rarely asked if they wanted anything else and the highlight came when paying. Drinks on the bill that we didn't have. So at the fair and then so incompetent. Not recommendable!!

Always very, very loud and the food, especially when it comes to the roast beef, does not meet the expectations of good cuisine

Waited a long time for food! Not recommendable!!

The food was good, unfortunately we had to wait almost 2 hours for our food. During larger trade fairs, long waiting times should be planned.

We have 3 hours!!!! Waited for our food, which was also cold. Food is average. The service was sometimes annoyed and rude (a meal was forgotten, the answer was: "that can happen with such a full house.") Definitely not recommended for groups. Seating capacity far exceeds the capacity that the service and kitchen can handle...

3 hours waiting for the food, the only explanation is well are doing our best. After 3 hours one portion didn't came.

Fries are great! The recipe is very good and the meat also has a certain quality - but unfortunately people save money on purchasing the ingredients. The corn has little flavor and lettuce is probably pre-cut with store-bought dressing. Unfortunately, fried ice cream is a total flop - neither warm nor crispy on the outside. Service is friendly and humorous, Kiri does it very well!