I recently visited Maria's Cocina Mexicana with a few friends, and sadly, it was not a pleasant experience. The food wasn't great; the chips and salsa were just okay, but nothing special. My main dish was bland and disappointing, which was surprising given the steep prices.

To make matters worse, the service was lacking. Our server seemed inattentive and disinterested, making the evening even more frustrating. My friend's daughter ordered a Mojito, but it wasn't muddled and was way too strong to enjoy. The one saving grace of the night was my Cadillac Margarita, which was well-balanced and refreshing.

Despite the current rating of 4.2, which suggests this restaurant is near a 5-star experience, it falls much closer to a 2 in reality. Overall, the visit to Maria's Cocina Mexicana was a letdown, and I don't think I'll be returning anytime soon. If you're looking for a good Cadillac Margarita, it might be worth a try, but otherwise, I can't recommend it based on my experience.