09/28/09

Disappointed

by evespeak

I have always want to try Agave. It was my Birthday and said "Let's give it a try". It is beautiful on the outside, but we were seated on the main floor, right next to the bar,with T.V.'s and all. I noticed how warm it was, as they had opened the outside doors, and it got warmer by the minute. (This was late August). Hubby ordered the Carnitas. He said it was like a limp over-boiled roast. (He likes it a bit crispy.) I got the crab stacked tostada thing. It was ok. We each got margaritas, and they were good. I felt rushed to leave with the heat and there was no acknowledgement of my birthday, which was odd. Overall, the food is too gourmet. I like rustic mexican food. The price was very expensive for the portions of food. We are not cheapos either. It was very disappointing. Will not be going back.

• Pros: Pretty outside
• Cons: expensive, sports bar atmosphere

03/04/09

Very unfriendly

by CSMobileUser2

Food okay but rushed to order rushed to eat ,will not go back.

06/25/08

Refreshing to finally find great Mexican food

by tranman

I visted this restaurant on a recent trip to Las Vegas while staying with some friends. As a self described "know it all" on great Mexican food, Agave is one of my all time favorites. First, the margaritas are amazing. You can tell by the level of various tequilas they offer and knowledge of the staff that this place knows how to make a perfect margarita. I strongly recommend the mango margarita, which was perfect in the Vegas heat. The food was described to me as contemporary Mexican and was well thought out. I loved the rock shrimp tacos and my entire party had nothing but good things to say about their dishes. There was also a great live Latin rock band that apparently plays every Saturday night. Great live music and they rocked. Overall, Agave will be my new place to go to in Las Vegas!!!

• Pros: Great margaritas and perfect for groups
• Cons: Had to wait a few mins for a free table

10/02/07

Excellent Taco Sampler

by westie2

This is an upscale Mexican restaurant in terms of both menu and decor. We were served a colorful basket of warm tortilla chips along with 3 salsas. We shared a bowl of black bean and smoked cheddar soup. I was expecting a single soup, but the bowl was artistically filled with 2 individual soups finished with a spoonful of salsa fresca and a sprinkling of cilantro. My wife ordered the shrimp and crab stacked enchiladas with sweet corn and chili sauce and micro greens. I opted for the taco sampler ? birria de chivo (marinated goat, avocado puree, cilantro and onion), carnitas with nopales salsa and tomato purcee and fresh fish with Mexican slaw and salsa fresca. The kitchen made a mistake preparing carne asada (grilled skirt steak) instead of the carnitas, not a problem since all 3 tacos were delicious. When I brought the mistake to the waiter?s attention, he offered to bring me an additional taco, but I was satiated and waived him off.

12/07 Update - We first dined at this gorgeous Mexican restaurant on our September trip. Warm blue and white corn tortilla chips were served with a pair of salsas and a warm bean dip. Ms. Westie ordered the blue corn chicken enchiladas and a soda. I opted for the taco sampler again, this time receiving what I ordered, namely birria (goat), rock shrimp and carnitas (pulled pork). Everything was delicious though the flavor of the birria was much stronger than on the previous visit. In order to meet the $35 minimum purchase requirement on my gift certificate we were forced to order a coffee flan. Our bill exceeded the requirement by a mere 81 cents before tax and gratuity were added.

• Pros: Beautiful decor, upscale menu
• Cons: Can become noisey on weekends

08/25/07

Love it!

by jewjamss

First arriving at Agave, I was seated promptly with the large group I had. The atmosphere is amazingly lively. The food is not traditional, rather very gourmet and unique. The service was excellent despite being very packed. The waitstaff were incredibly helpful and very nice. Overall, a pretty good restaurant.

• Pros: Ambience, food, service.

07/06/07

Fantastic fun food!

by sammieb05

I love this place!! Fun Atmosphere w/ great service. You must try the tomales, they are original and very creative!! I love them, also try the flavorful mojitos and margaritas. I go back all the time. Enjoy!!

• Pros: Fun place to hang out and open 24 hours!

04/18/07

Delicious Mexican!

by dawnleanna1

Great atmosphere, delicious food and awesome margaritas. Menu was interesting and food was fresh, tequila tasting is a must! Service was great. A nice spot for upscale mexican food on the west side. Agave also has a cool bar and a nice patio area. Great place to go with friends. Will return soon.

• Pros: Food, drinks and atmosphere
• Cons: None

01/25/07

Great atmosphere and great food!

by penmouse

This is one of my Friday night favorites! Fun atmosphere, great food and specialty drinks. Not your traditional mexican food..a little more gourmet. Worth a visit.

Editorial Review by Nicole Urso

by Nicole Urso

Named for the plant used to make tequila, this vibrant Mexican restaurant features more than 80 fine agave tequilas and sampling is encouraged.