Parrilla Los Picos brings the warmth, flavor, and energy of Mexican cuisine to 1542 W University Dr in Mesa, offering a welcoming spot where every visit feels relaxed, satisfying, and memorable.
Set in snug, rustic surroundings with colorful accents, patio seating, and a full bar, the restaurant creates the kind of atmosphere that works just as well for a quick lunch as it does for a long dinner with friends or family.
Guests come here for Mexican favorites prepared with care, along with breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, desserts, catering, and counter service that make it easy to enjoy a great meal any time of day. From comforting classics to local specialties, Parrilla Los Picos focuses on delivering food that feels familiar, flavorful, and worth coming back for.
What makes Parrilla Los Picos especially appealing is the balance of quality, convenience, and hospitality. With fast service, a great beer selection, great cocktails, and happy-hour drinks and food, it offers plenty of reasons to linger and enjoy the experience.
Whether you prefer outdoor seating, dine-in service, takeout, delivery, or on-site service, the restaurant makes it simple to enjoy authentic Mexican food in the way that best fits your schedule.
It is also a great choice for solo dining, quick bites, coffee, alcohol, and comfort food, with a casual, cozy setting that feels easy to settle into.
The bar on site adds even more appeal for guests looking for a lively place to unwind, while accepted reservations help make planning ahead convenient for larger gatherings or busy nights.
Parrilla Los Picos is also designed with comfort and accessibility in mind, featuring a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet so more guests can enjoy the space with confidence and ease. Practical details like restroom access, debit card, NFC mobile payments, and credit card acceptance add to the smooth, stress-free experience.
Backed by a strong 4.40-star rating from 1,072 reviews, the restaurant has earned the trust of the community by consistently delivering food, service, and atmosphere that customers appreciate. For anyone looking for a dependable Mexican restaurant in Mesa that combines flavorful dishes, friendly convenience, and a welcoming environment, Parrilla Los Picos is a standout choice.
Call +1 480-833-4711 to plan your visit or reserve your table today.
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Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Ordered delivery. The BEST Albondigas I have ever had! Delivered hot and delicious. So happy to have discovered this gem online.cant wait to try it in person.
This place is so delicious and tasty I would recommend to anyone looking for food in the area mesa it never disappoints customer service is always on point come here you won’t regret it
Used Grubhub... food was packaged nicely without any spills. I ordered 2 different soups! Caldo Queso was one of THE BEST I have ever had, best broth, excellent veggies, perfect cheese. Food stayed hot through delivery and the entire time we were eating... and for soup THAT IS AMAZING!
Cute little restaurant! We have been driving by it for quite some time and the patio is always filled with people and the bright colors draw me in. The service is quick and the staff is friendly and happy! The food is amazing! I especially enjoyed the green chili sauce! Spicy but flavorful! My partner had the beef green chili burritos and a taco. He said they were good. The margaritas are flavorful and big! Definitely excited to go back and explore more on the menu!
Been driving by this location for years and finally stopped in. Super impressed. Food was amazing, great margaritas and staff was very friendly. Nice patio that is screened in and clean restaurant. Highly recommend, I will be back!
This is a top-notch authentic Mexican spot. Small but outside patio helps. Truly family oriented and flavors are big a bright. Remain on the palate and makes you want to return.
Finally after 6 years of driving by this place we finally decided to stop and try it. WOW! Food came out tasting freshly made AND traditional. I had the red menudo and my wife had the huevos ranchers plus 2 micheladas. DELICIOUS and a great out door patio to eat. Can't say enough. Total for all $50
I hesitate to tell you about my spot. On University but you could blink and miss this adorable restaurant and patio hidden under the trees. Gorgeous full bar with excellent margaritas and more. Perfect chips and excellent salsa as soon as you sit down. You can't go wrong with any of the menu options but I love the home style soups here that you can't get made with is kind of love, care, attention unless you are at you grandma's house. I had the ceviche tostada to start tonight. It's worthwhile to pay the 2 bucks extra for pulpo. Go here. Just don't mess it up for me.
Very neat little restaurant. Don't listen to Google Maps... it sent me down a road that didnt exist so stay on University Drive and you'll see the restaurant with the meshes off patrio in the front. For those of you visiting for the first time, ENTER through the patio mesh. Ill attach a photo. There is no main door to the restaurant other than through the patio. The food was great! I was happy to see my menudo came with all the toppings and they even through in chips and salsa. Staff was really friendly as well.
Easy to miss, this hole-in-the-wall Mexican restaurant is absolutely worth stopping for. The food is authentic, flavorful, and served in generous portions at great prices. They also have a nice outdoor patio that adds to the experience. The service can be a little slow, so don’t come expecting a rushed dining experience — but the friendly staff and quality of the food make the wait worthwhile. Overall, a hidden gem that’s definitely worth visiting if you’re craving authentic Mexican food!
Common questions about Parrilla Los Picos
Parrilla Los Picos is located at 1542 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ 85201, United States , W University Dr, 1542 W University Dr, United States.
You can reach Parrilla Los Picos by calling +1 480-833-4711.
Parrilla Los Picos has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on 1072 customer reviews.
Parrilla Los Picos features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Parrilla Los Picos features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Parrilla Los Picos features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Serves local specialty.
Parrilla Los Picos features the following popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Parrilla Los Picos features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Quick bite, Small plates, Spirits, Vegan options, Wine.
Parrilla Los Picos features the following dining options: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Counter service, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Parrilla Los Picos features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
Parrilla Los Picos features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy.
Parrilla Los Picos features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, LGBTQ+ friendly, Tourists, Transgender safe space.
Parrilla Los Picos features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
Parrilla Los Picos features the following payments: Debit cards, NFC mobile payments, Credit cards.
Parrilla Los Picos features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
Parrilla Los Picos features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Plenty of parking.
Parrilla Los Picos features the following pets: Dogs allowed outside.
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