First off I'd like to say that I like this restaurant. I like their food and margaritas. But, each location has its pros and cons. Overall the prices are good, drinks are good and the menu selections are pretty typical for this area: Brisket Tacos, Enchiladas, Flautas, Fajitas, etc...
Southlake has better food and drinks. The bar is stocked better than the other two and the bartender we always seem to have there is very good. He was originally the bartender we had the first time we tried the Grapevine location and they moved him over. We've tried many of the menu items at the various locations and every time the Southlake Baja Grill wins on flavor and freshness. Of the three though this location lacks on atmosphere. They are located in what was once Michaels which was a fine dining and wine bar. The layout and decor don't really jibe with the Tex-Mex feel but the food trumps it most times. Their ceviche is clearly the best of the group. Always fresh and flavorful and the presentation is much better. The tequila selection here is also way better than the other two locations.
Grapevine has a great atmosphere but the food can be less than expected. The bar seems to alway be out of the better tequilas when we go and they don't even have our standards here, unlike the Southlake bar which seems to be better stocked. The food has been really spotty here. Ceviche seems to be lacking something. Its not fishy but its just lacking flavor. At both the Southlake and the Keller locations the food seems a little more fresh. Hard to pinpoint the reason but it seems like grill or the fryer oil was dirty. I'd say the food was just OK at this location. Margaritas are always good even with the poorly stocked bar.
The Keller location just never has appealed to me. It's small and just seems a little bit to stripmall-ish for me. We've only gone for lunch a few times but none of the trips there are very memorable. The bar is about the same as the Grapevine bar and the food is a little better but not quite as good as the Southlake location.
Overall...if you just want to drink, have chips and salsa and watch some sports or people watch then try Grapevine. If you are looking for better food and a more relaxed atmosphere then try Southlake. I could only recommend the Keller location if you happen to be over near the Keller/Watauga border and wanting something reasonable and quick. Otherwise I'd suggest Fresco's for that part of town.
Things to try at Baja Grill: Frozen Baja Blue Margarita, Fajitas, Ceviche
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