Habaneros Mexican Grill

"I've reviewed over one hundred places and it's not often, especially as a first time customer, that a single location can get 5⭐ rating. Certainly if ratings are done, good or bad, a reasonable explanation is in order as to how a place achieves their rating. Not it was good or bad and that's it. Readers want to see the why's. My wife and I are new residents to Joplin. I've lived in Missouri for 34 years. Transplant from Edmond to Mt. Vernon MO. Moved to Joplin in April of this year. Unlike visiting Springfield for eats and other things, we really wanted to take in some of the local restaurants. Habanero's was our stop, first time EVER stop, on Tuesday the 23rd of '25. Was addressed immediately by smiles and a couple of friendly faces. It was very welcoming. Seated immediately. Ordered our beverages; unsweet tea and sweet tea. Got complimentary chips and salsa and both were very good. Like wise our teas were excellent and tea forward. Not watered down tea. Ordered fresh guacamole...it was amazing! And lots of it. My wife and I enjoy good fresh guacamole and this was fantastic. Our waiter ... what a terrific waiter. Jimmy was everything a waiter should be and then some. Friendly, respectful, very efficient, and fun to visit with. He took our orders, explained what certain things were as far as seasoning goes as my wife is allergic to capsaicin. She ordered steak tacos and I got the shrimp chimichanga. I took pictures of these dinner items and the guacamole. One word: spectacular! I've had my fare share of shrimp chimichanga's and my wife has her fare share of steak tacos. Generally average to good is what is prepared. My wife said her steak tacos were the best she's ever eaten. I'd say my shrimp chimichanga was shut-the-front-door delish. Jimmie asked several times if all was good. I told him all was fantastic! It indeed was. Did I mention that from the time we ordered it was less than five minutes before our dinner arrived. Piping hot too. I was shocked how quickly dinner got to us. All fresh. All beautifully prepared. Smelling amazing too. Tip of the hat to Habaneros for not only exceptional service, but the excellent food. It was everything to me and my wife. You really used, what I like to refer to, THE. AND. THEN. SOME. approach. Thanks to the Chefs (whoever you are) for beautiful well plated amazing tasting food! Jimmy, you sir are a great waiter! It shows you enjoy your profession. And when one enjoys their job, it's really not "work " Thank you and we WILL be asking for you the next time we come in. It'll be sooner rather than later too. Thanks Habaneros for off-the-hook Mexican food! We anxiously wait till the next time. p.s. As we were leaving another waiter said to us, "we'll see you tomorrow!" I loved it as it showed me the confidence and belief Habaneros has in their product. As they should."

"My husband and I love coming here.The staff here are so sweet and the food is amazing. We always get the sampler plate for appetizer and change up our meals each time. I also love the music they play. Such a vibe ."

"Came by for a late dinner and thankfully they were still opened. Generous portions, particularly loved the ACP with Chorizo as well as the burrito el puerto. Salsa was on point too. Very friendly service staff, couldn’t have asked for more!"

"Food so good i ate it in 9 minutes, and service was beyond good"

"Great prices - $, fresh guacamole, large portions, excellent taste. Chips are not salty like other similar establishments - which is a good thing. Prompt service.."