Overview

Tequila Mariscos Bar & Restaurant, situated in the heart of Chocowinity, North Carolina, serves up authentic Mexican flavors with a focus on fresh seafood and traditional favorites. This vibrant eatery masterfully blends the spirit of coastal Mexican cuisine with a warm, welcoming atmosphere that feels like an extension of your own dining room.

The restaurant’s highlight, the Quesa Birria, is a must-try. This dish delivers tender, slow-cooked meat wrapped in crispy tortillas and melted cheese, marrying textures and flavors that satisfy both the hunger and the soul. Complementing this are their succulent seafood offerings, including the Shrimp Ceviche and the Vuelve A La Vida cocktail, which showcase the freshness and boldness that defines their kitchen.

Beyond standout dishes, Tequila Mariscos excels in its casual yet lively ambiance. It draws in a diverse crowd—families, friends, and locals eager for an authentic Mexican dining experience without leaving Chocowinity. The staff, praised for attentiveness and genuine hospitality, enrich the experience with personalized service that makes every guest feel like a regular. The sense of community here is palpable, elevated by the friendliness of the owner and team who treat visitors more like old friends than customers.

The menu thoughtfully balances traditional favorites like Fajitas, Burritos, and Enchiladas with a seafood twist that sets it apart from typical Mexican restaurants. Ingredients are fresh, recipes are rooted in tradition, and the homemade touches—like their warm corn tortillas—add a layer of authenticity that recalls cherished family recipes.

For those longing for richly flavored Mexican food in a casual, inviting setting, Tequila Mariscos Bar & Restaurant offers a genuine taste of Mexico’s vibrant culinary heritage right in North Carolina. Whether you’re indulging in a hearty burrito or savoring a plate of seafood ceviche, the experience here promises both satisfaction and warmth in equal measure.


Amenities & Services

Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Comfort food
Food
Quick bite
Small plates
Spirits
Wine
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy

What Customers Say

Jasmine Corona
Dec 10,2025
5/5
Under New Management and they are doing amazing ! Thank you to our server Erik who was very attentive and friendly. It felt like we were already friends Thanks to Sandra for welcoming us and talking to us, We felt right at home My Husband had the Ceviche and left Nothingg , my Tacos de cachete Delicious . They have quite the variety in Tacos which I LOVEE. My daughter had the rice n shrimp and loved it as well. Needless to say this became my new favorite Mexican restaurant.
Adan Trejo
Dec 10,2025
5/5
This place is amazing, I'm so happy we finally have a Mexican restaurant in Chocowinity. The food and atmosphere is absolutely amazing. The owner himself served us and he was truly one of the kindest people I've ever met. He was incredibly respectful and patient. Will definitely be coming back here. Highly recommend to anyone who lives in Chocowinity and doesn't want to go all the way to Washington to get some high quality Mexican food.
Cisco Kid
Dec 10,2025
5/5
Good food with affordable specials. Special birthday treat provided! Friendly staff
NC RUBY
Dec 10,2025
5/5
1st time visit, just passing thru. Great greetings and customer service. We ordered the Xheese dip, Margarita special, Chori Chicken, and the Enchiladas Emoladas, lunch size. The corn tortillas are homemade like my abuelita makes. The salsa is not too spicy and the chips were hot. Just enough to fill you up. Definitely would stop by again. They have a sister restaurant called El Tequila in Jacksonville, that is awesome! We eat there often.
Leilani Nichols
Dec 10,2025
5/5
This is the place to come for crazy good mexican food!!! Absolutely hands down the best around! Quesa Birria was on point, and the black beans were deliscious! The men had Enchilada Supremas, and they loved it! Be careful not to eat too much cause it hurts... so good!
Janet Williams
Dec 10,2025
5/5
I've eating here at least once a week sence new owners took over. everything has been correct and food is delicious and portion are well above enough. friendly people and will work with you if it's something you don't like. I give it 110 % my approval .
Shawn Grika
Dec 10,2025
5/5
From the freshness of the food, to the excellent taste of everything. This place has great food great atmosphere an great people working. Are you going out to eat you need to go here.
Jose Lopez
Dec 10,2025
5/5
Loved dining here! The environment that the waiters created was kind and lovely. The food tasted so good. I got the ACP and it was an easy super good. It came with some nice and soft tortillas which sometimes some restaurants give out as hard and dry. 10/10 totally recommend before or after shopping at the food lion next to it.

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Location

Opening Hours

Monday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Sunday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
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