Visited Joe T. Garcia’s with a group of 6 and had a mixed experience. First off, the check-in process was confusing. We were told in line to notify the hostess, but when we tried, we got scolded and sent back to wait. Not the warmest welcome, but the line did move fast, and they handed out cold water bottles, which helped in the heat.
Once seated, the atmosphere is beautiful—lush plants, stone walkways, and a real Mexican hacienda feel. It’s like dining in a garden. Definitely Instagram-worthy.
Heads up: They are CASH ONLY. Yes, in 2025. In Fort Worth. There’s an ATM on-site, but it’s frustrating not being able to use a card in a place this popular.
As for the food: we ordered the cheese quesadilla appetizer, beef fajitas, and combo fajitas. Everything came out fast and hot. The fajitas were flavorful with generous portions, and the tortillas were fresh. The food was solid—not mind-blowing—but good enough that we cleared our plates. We also had margaritas, which didn’t taste like fresh juice, but were cold, decent, and easy to sip on.
Biggest downside? The heat. Most of the seating is outdoors, and there’s no air conditioning—just a few fans. It was over 90°F when we went, and by the end of the meal we looked like we just finished a hot yoga session. Definitely recommend going later in the evening or during cooler weather, or bring a portable fan if you can.
Service was great though—super friendly, helpful, and kept things moving smoothly.
Bottom line: Worth a visit for the atmosphere and experience, but it’s not the most comfortable in summer heat. Don’t forget cash (for both food and tip), and be prepared to sweat a little.
