Leticia's Mexican Cocina

I’ve been a fan of Leticia’s since she opened her first restaurant. The food is consistently delicious and one of the best Mexican restaurants in the valley. I do wish that the restaurant at Santa Fe Casino was enclosed so as to prevent smoking smells and gambling noise from permeating inside the restaurant.

Went to Leticia's located within the Santa Fe casino. The wife and I chose to sit out by the casino floor to people watch and hopefully see someone win big on a slot machine. We were taken to our table immediately and sat for a good 20 minutes before a waitress showed up. We placed an order for cocktails, and that took another 20 minutes. The waitress finally took our food order 45 minutes into our visit. Leticia's food quality has really improved over the last few years, but not yet what I would call 5 star. The margaritas are good if your waitress can get them to in a reasonable amount of time. Would we go back? Sure, we'd give them another shot, hopefully service efficiency will improve.

The kids, my husband and myself visited Letecia’s, after we took home first place in aVegas wrestling tournament. We decided to eat here specifically because it was in our hotel and also because we are huge Mexican food fans and I’m always trying items to duplicate and home and make for my kids, as I love to cook. We came upon Letecia’s which we did have to wait a bit for a table with a server. They did have multiple tables that were open, but I guess no one was manning those tables, so we had to sit and wait. Regardless, the restaurant was nicely decorated and the service were friendly and attentive even though they put us in an empty room they didn’t forget we were there. We sat down order ourselves drinks and they brought us chips and salsa, which is always my favorite part of eating at a Mexican restaurant the pre-snack before the wave over food comes and then your in a food coma. The chips were warm when received, which is always a nice touch and the salsa was hot, but not too uncomfortable. I have to watch myself with those chips though, as the crispness and salty snaps of the chip indulge your senses. Anyways, enough about the chips. I had the chicken taco salad along with most of my kids. Taco salads are so great and the best part is that crispy bowl you can use to scoop delicious portions of salad and your fixing on. Most people don’t understand the taco salad obsession, but if you try it you’ll be surprised it is quite satisfying. I did give this restaurant a 4 because my husband’s food, which I tried to wasn’t as good as I would expected in a Vegas restaurant. He got the Diablo shrimp, which is spicy but has a great taste to it. The shrimp wrapped in bacon and then in the bowl is the Diablo sauce which the set the shrimp in. Along the shrimp would have been good, but with the sauce it had a sour taste to it. Other than that it wasn’t horrible I’m sure if we didn’t visit again my husband will definitely try something else.

Service was perfect. I should give it another try. I had the pork tamales with green sauce. They were good. I guess with everything I'd heard, I was expecting knock your socks off flavor. Atmosphere seems a bit off. It's like fine dining, but celebrity photos on the wall. I'm not quite sure what it is about it, but it's like it's missing something. Or maybe trying too hard? I know people rave about this spot. It's hard giving it anything but 5 stars because having independent places like Leticia's near home, so far from the strip is a privilege. I hope to try something different and be blown away.

I've tried this restaurant several times in the past with friends and family, and I find myself coming back from time to time because this restaurant is really good. I remember trying this restaurant for the first time when it was in the Centennial location off of Farm, and I was glad that they didn't close down operations for good - just moved to inside Santa Fe Casino. My experiences at this restaurant have been phenomenal. The service they provide is spectacular and is one of many highlights to this business. One thing I did notice that ever since this restaurant moved locations, it doesn't have that warm, family feeling as much as when it was in the Centennial location (maybe because it's inside a casino). Regardless, it didn't affect the overall service. I won't list everything I've tried here because honestly, i forgot some of them...but I assure you that there wasn't one dish that was less than adequate. During my most recent visit, my wife and I ordered the Carne Asada Quesadilla, Chamorro Adobado, and Carnitas, and I'll tell you what, those entrées were remarkable. The price-to-quantity/quality ratio is reasonable. I really enjoy how this restaurant supports the men and women of the Armed Forces and its Veterans - it's highly appreciated. If you've never tried this restaurant before, I recommend you to stop by. If it's during peak hours, I will urge you to make a reservation because it tends to get busy due to the restaurant's popularity in the area.

My wife and I had dinner here before a movie, and it was pretty much as normal. We frequently come here because the food is good and we get great service, except for this time. The food was still very good and came out very quickly. The server, on the other hand, was so so. He didn't say anything more than he had to, never came back to check if everything was correct after our meals were brought out, nor did he ask if we needed refills or more coffee. I even put my cup next to our check / card as a hint, and he nudged it out of the way to take the check. We will go back as we like this spot, though this gentleman server needs a refresher.

Absolutely amazing food and impeccable service. We will definitely go back. Food is fresh, unique, well varied, authentic with indigenous twists, and absolutely flavorful. Seriously. GO. The atmosphere is pleasant and whimsical, and the cleanliness is impeccable. Very well priced, especially for the quality and portions received. 10 out of 10!!!