Maya Restaurant

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For two star Mexican, try Maya - Sonoma in Sonoma. Know before you go: this place features outdoor dining. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a family atmosphere. This restaurant is inexpensive.

User Reviews of Maya Restaurant

Yelp.com Review - by Grover G.

2.0 of 5 stars. Baby artichokes, your basic artichoke that was so-so, cochinita pibil - yucatan style pork, roasted in banana leaves- supposdly their house specialty was nothing short of bland and dry. A huge...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Hannah P.

1.0 of 5 stars. awful. prices are high and quality is low. had ceviche - which i returned, because the fish was rotten. you need to use high quality fish with ceviche, and this was ...something i would barely give to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Ricote F.

3.0 of 5 stars. hmmmn Mexican food on the plaza....this is the best! but there are only 2 so the bar is not high. Food ..eh....but the maragritas and chips at the bar at happy hour is a good thing...food? Mexican?...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by China Doll B.

3.0 of 5 stars. Coming here on the week day was a great idea. You might have to seat yourself because sometimes the wattress or bartender might be a bit busy. It was a nice hot day when we strolled into this neat...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by C. L. B.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is the kind of food that begins addictions. Well done! Love the service, and love the atmosphere. I don't know how you could improve on this place.Fantastic!
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by anderson v.

5.0 of 5 stars. WOW. The pork is off the charts amazing. LOVE this place. And so refreshing that it's not the typical Mexican restaurant.
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Julie S.

5.0 of 5 stars. Visiting Sonoma on a very hot Saturday afternoon, we decided to check out Maya after perusing the menu posted outside. The bright, open, airy decor was casual and fun, and it was obviously a popular...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Sally B.

5.0 of 5 stars. the best margaritas I have ever had. Go for happy hour for the drink specials and appetizer specials. They are screaming deals!
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Bryan C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Yes there is good Mexican food in Sonoma - here's a great place for fresh ceviche starter and a half smoked chicken dinner. Tall glass of Tecate with a lime. Ask for the "off menu" haberno salsa -...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Eliza D.

5.0 of 5 stars. I ate here once but once was enough for me. As soon as I walked in, I knew I'd like it. The ambiance is very relaxing, it's a cute little restaurant, nice staff, excellent food and margaritas to die...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jenna B.

3.0 of 5 stars. I stopped in with the BF for a late lunch on the 4th of July in hopes of avoiding the huge crowds at the Cheese Factory and Mary's. In Sonoma, I prefer to get my Mexican food from the Taco Shop so I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jenna T.

5.0 of 5 stars. Everything was perfect from the margaritas, food, service and ambiance. Very casual with great decor and music. Each dish was flawless, but beware, the stuffed jalepenos are spicy. We like spicy...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Mrs. Tam F.

2.0 of 5 stars. On our way out of Sonoma, Leah and I were starving and wanted to walk around the square. Since it was after 2pm on a weekday, our lunch was on the late side and our options were limited. Since we both...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Willy N.

3.0 of 5 stars. There are so many places to eat on the Plaza..... We thought it was finally time to try Maya. I had the nachos, BF had the fish, after he asked if it was fresh and what time it had arrived ( he...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Scott F.

4.0 of 5 stars. Finally, a great Mexican restaurant in the Wine Country. Besides trying to find parking on a beautiful Saturday afternoon, everything at Maya was great. A list of special Margaritas greets you like...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by C G.

5.0 of 5 stars. First off, you aren't going to get taco truck prices from this place. I will tell you this, everything that we ordered was awesome. My sea bass was perfectly cooked. My wife's pork was awesome with...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Alice H.

3.0 of 5 stars. If you like classic Tex-Mex this is not your place. But for a different style of dining and amazing drinks, Maya is worth a try. The margaritas are great, the service is non-obtrusive, and the food is...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jen C.

2.0 of 5 stars. My boyfriend and I were in the mood for mexican food and Maya had some good reviews. We knew that we weren't going to get the kind of mexican food we knew of but we still wanted to try Maya. The...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Laila P.

4.0 of 5 stars. The chips are fresh and warm and thin and salty and tasty and excellent! Both the green and red salsa are zesty and delicious. The three previously mentioned edibles flow freely and generously and set...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Namrata A.

3.0 of 5 stars. Pros:- tasty food that is an upgrade from the usual bar food because it makes Mexican food a little sweet, and I liked it- strong margaritas, good buzz- good serviceCons:- pricing - it was expensive,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Katie S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Fantastic dish- shrimp enchiladas w/ white tarragon sauce.Ok, it does sound a bit weird, and I would have never ordered it, but thankfully my friend did and it was great!! We shared meals after the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Margi T.

4.0 of 5 stars. My girlfriends and I went here for lunch on a Friday to kick off a bachelorette weekend in the wine country. Delicious food and margaritas! The waiters were very accommodating to any special requests...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Anne U.

2.0 of 5 stars. We'd been to the Yucatan and loved the food, so we were excited when we read the menu. Cochinita pibil (carnitas cooked with achiote and sour orange in a banana leaf) and poc chuc (pork grilled with...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Dita C.

2.0 of 5 stars. This place is over rated for sure! I've been to both the SF and Sonoma locations and have been disappointed at both. The food and portions are very small yet the price is over the top. I get that...
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Katie W.

4.0 of 5 stars. Who knew there was a world of Tuesday night diners out there? I was crabby. Fresh from a nap crabby and almost bailed on my dinner plans, after all - I was in a grump and it WAS Tuesday. But, I gave...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jarett S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I really enjoy going here. The restaurant is right on Sonoma Square right in the middle of all of the other restaurants and bars which makes it really easy to bar hop. The food is always great and the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Grace H.

4.0 of 5 stars. I hadn't planned on eating Mexican food but we got around to lunch a bit late after spending eons of time at Ravenswood doing everything we could possibly do! This was very good stuff! Everything was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Erin R.

5.0 of 5 stars. Absolutely wonderful! I'm a sucker for a good taco salad, and this place delivered. Delicious chips and salsa, amazing margaritas, and great service. I highly recommend Maya for any type of event or...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by ginger a.

4.0 of 5 stars. i ate here a few years ago and i had the ceviche. it had mangoes tomatoes, cilantro.....all my fave things to put in food. it was the best restaurant ceviche i have ever had. i have had mostly...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lisa A.

4.0 of 5 stars. When we first walked into Maya, I thought it was the sister restaurant for the Maya in the city. They have a huge collection of tequila and the decor is very similar. When the waiter brought us the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeannette L.

3.0 of 5 stars. So So..pricey bland (think salt pepper) Mexican food. I wanted to love this place because our service was stellar and the atmosphere was nice but alas, the food just lacked real flavor. I honestly...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by vic f.

4.0 of 5 stars. High-brow taco wagon...read authentic!!!Like others, its a little spendy but I'd trade a tank of gas for their green tomatillo salsa and chips, fish tacos, ceviche (to die for) and two pomegranate...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Nikki B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Cute place! - Located on the Historic Town Square of Sonoma. Ambiance-wise; you sort of feel like you're in Mexico... They have a really cute bar area, and a sliding screened-in front window that...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Michelle S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Kinda expensive...But where else can you get a quail salad AND a cadillac margarita with such EXEMPLARY service?Nowhere! (But if you do know, PM me the Yelp linky.)The flan is also firm, creamy, and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tom S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Here's what's good:*It's on the south-east corner of the touristy Sonoma Plaza.*This restaurant is authentic. It's locally owned, it ain't corporate.*It's a Mexican restaurant operated by...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sheana D.

5.0 of 5 stars. Maya is on the plaza, locally owned and has a fine selection of menu items! If you are in for a Tequila adventure, Maya is the place for you!They have over 100 Tequilas on hand and they are fun!!!!I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ryan G.

4.0 of 5 stars. Spicy Hot Sauce! Seriously, they make there own hot sauce here - it comes out in a little dish and looks like salsa, but one little nip of it will send your mouth ablaze! I love spice so I think...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Mimi C.

3.0 of 5 stars. The service was good. They accomodated us (group of six) on a Saturday night with no reservation. The food was OK. My cheese enchiladas were very flavorful and delish. My husband was not happy with...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ryan T.

4.0 of 5 stars. Good service, nice ambiance. First I should mention the chips--they appeared to be made on the premises, with a hearty crunch and a well-balanced flavor no stale chip could ever deliver. Salsas also...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Nitin S.

4.0 of 5 stars. My My My...This is one of those rare places where authentic food meets good ambience. For someone who likes their food spicy, this is heaven. I tried the fried Jalapenos and Prawns Diablo. The fried...
yelp.com - user review - 12/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Scott C.

5.0 of 5 stars. We stop almost every time we're in Sonoma for food at Maya. I love this place, the margaritas and shrimp enchaladas are a must for first time visitors!
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by S S.

4.0 of 5 stars. My stomach was on fire after lunch! The food here is spicy. But i wouldnt expect anything less of Mexican food! The pomegrante martini was awesome! We sat outside so cant comment on the actual...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kristin S.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love the prickly pear margaritas! And if they don't have prickly pear, give the agua fresca flavor of the day a try. Or just ask the bartender to surprise you--I've never been disappointed. Maya...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ed U.

3.0 of 5 stars. What's yours is Mayan and what's mine is ...uh, never mind.Not to be confused with the upscale Mexican place of the same name in SF - this one provides middling fare for the Guaymas crowd who went...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by diana s.

3.0 of 5 stars. We stopped by here on a gorgeous Saturday afternoon. The atmosphere is pretty neat -- good light, nice colors, comfortable chairs, but the service leaves a bit to be desired. We were seated next to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Marc M.

4.0 of 5 stars. The food here is probably the best Rustic Mexican food I've ever had. However, due to the lack of service I had to drop it a star. Their menu is really loaded with great menu Items but, confusing...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Christina S.

2.0 of 5 stars. I had lunch here the other day, and I'd have to say it was so-so. I love rustic, hand-hewn tables and chairs and much as the next gal, but food and service are what make a restaurant. I expected the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by amnnor n.

1.0 of 5 stars. Unbelievably dreadful. Don't stumble in by accident, there are too many wonderful places on the square. Do not confuse it with Maya in S.F., which I love.Building is beautifully designed and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Debbie T.

3.0 of 5 stars. Very friendly service that pretty much saved the dinner. Chips and salsa served quickly, waters were kept full, dishes were cleared promptly, and waiter was attentive.Food-wise, it was a mixed bag....
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Caroline Y.

2.0 of 5 stars. Before we headed out to the wineries...we decided to stop by here for lunch. We had hangover hungers from heavy drinking the night before. My friends ordered a chicken dish and spaghetti. I ordered...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jing F.

5.0 of 5 stars. Service was GREAT!!! love those chocolate decadence...it is very rich and you can just taste the cocoa. yummmm
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Krissy M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Well, I don't think the mayans ate rock shrimp and coconut milk enchlidas but this restaurant said they did so, I guess I'm wrong!Great ambiance, awesome margheritas and the chips and salsa were fresh...
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Heather W.

5.0 of 5 stars. Some friends and I happened to find this place while walking through the cute little town of Sonoma. I had the best cocktail here. I can't remember the name of it but it had mango rum in it. We also...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2006
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Unique and Delicious!

If you're looking for typical saucy, cheesy Mexican fare, you would be better off sticking with a chain restaurant. If you want something fresh, unique, and delicious, go to Maya's. It's a shame that the last...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/18/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Catalina A.

3.0 of 5 stars. Ate here for lunch expecting a great dining experience from the menu. We started with chips and great salsa so had high hopes for our meal. Ordered chicken tamales & chicken enchiladas. Both were...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Ron L.

5.0 of 5 stars. After visiting a few wineries for some tastings, my wife and I headed into Sonoma for some dinner. We parked and this was the first place we saw. The inviting, and somewhat gourmet sounding menu...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by TANYA P.

4.0 of 5 stars. Temple of Tequila. 100% Blue Agave only.Babers and I were escorted to this more refined Mexican restaurant featuring Mayan / Yucatan, regional cuisine for a very sweet Valentine's date. It's Guaymas...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2006
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Delicious, Authentic Mexican Food, Relaxing Environment on Sonoma Plaza

This is one of my very favorite restaurants in Sonoma, and I've been a local for about 14 years.Maya is located in one of the old, historic stone buildings on the Sonoma Plaza, at the southeast co...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/16/2005
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YUCK!

This is quiet possibly the worst Mexican restaurant I've ever been to. Whenever I go to a new Mexican restaurant, I'll stick with my usual staple, cheese enchiladas, as I think NO ONE could mess these up, it's...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/14/2004
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Loved it!

This was our favorite place to eat in Sonoma. The food was great, and the service fantastic. We enjoyed it and the prices were reasonable. We had a far better experience here than at the highly overrated...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/15/2002
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OpenTable

"the spirit of the yucatan in the heart of sonoma" located on the historic plaza in the city of sonoma, maya brings a unique dining experience to the wine country. mayan chef manuel arojona blends the flavors...
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Gayot

after a few days in wine country, a margarita and some nachos may be just what you need. good thing maya has a pyramid of tequila rising up from the bar area, perfect for a few comparison tastes before...
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