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The Fold: Botanas & Bar in Little Rock

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The Fold: Botanas & Bar in Little Rock
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3501 Old Cantrell Rd, Little Rock, AR 72202, United States, Little Rock

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Bright & trendy taqueria in a converted gas station, with cocktails & modern takes on Mexican fare.

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Samantha Wilson
09.25.2022
4

Very cute atmosphere. Good food.

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Bolaji Akingbola
09.21.2022
5

The Queso with bison, sweet corn dip, and ceviche were phenomenal!I really liked my burrito with bison and my buddy really enjoyed his chicken quesadilla.The vibes of this location are on spot too with great options for indoor and outdoor seating.

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Brendan Turner
09.11.2022
5

Definitely the best shrimp taco Ive ever had!

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Camesha Fort
08.28.2022
1

I had a to go order and it was not made to order and I was charged. I felt it was overpriced. Ticket was not correct and the food was fair. Needless to say I wont be back. First and last visit!

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Kevin Ao
08.01.2022
5

If youre looking for some great Mexican cuisine, The Fold is definitely the place to go. They have a really cool decor inside, and the cheese dip was delicious. However, I thought it couldve used a tad more salt. The bison burrito with the red sauce and cheese on top was amazing, though. The staff was friendly and attentive, and parking is available across the street. Overall, I had a great experience at The Fold and would definitely recommend it to others.

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Clarissa Hibbs
08.01.2022
5

My absolute favorite restaurant in Little Rock! If I ever have someone visit, I ALWAYS recommend. I wish there was one here in my town (8+ hours away)!

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Matt LeGault
07.28.2022
5

It was a little more expensive than your average outing, but the food was good and the atmosphere was unique. Would definitely go again. The street corn dip was really good. If you like Mexican food but are looking for something different than the usual, this is a good choice.

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D W
07.27.2022
4

Met someone for a 1st date there. If you are going to do that, dont do it there. Very loud and inside tables are on top of each other. The outside area was nice but it was to hot to sit outside. Food was good though. I will give it another shot

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Jerry Colburn
07.05.2022
3

Water glass had 2 chips out of the top. Not good. Food was pretty good -got the bison burrito

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Ashley S.
06.19.2022
5

Hands down the best margarita that I’ve had in Little Rock. I visited twice this week. We tried to go a third time but they were closing at 10:00. Very friendly staff and the food and drinks are top notch!

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Sylvana Hall
06.05.2022
4

Salsa great, guacamole great, chicken torta great, burrito great, service decent. Everything except the price is great. I wish it was cheaper but it all was very tasty and i will be back.

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Anne Griswold
05.31.2022
1

We had a negative experience after optimistically hoping to try the food we knew was featured on "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives". We loved the look of the place, being that it was in an old gas station, and had a cool atmosphere.First of all, it is a VERY overpriced place. Also, we unfortunately had a waitress that ruined the whole experience for us. (Believe her name might be Karen!?)She was very standoffish, pushy, and not personable. She rubbed us the wrong way.She didnt explain details about the food, even after being asked about them, and we found out upon receiving our bill/check that the taco salad doesnt include meat, which she didnt explain to us, or inform us upon ordering (with questions about it!Instead" she charged$5 just for the meat - so it was $15 for basically a salad with lettuce and tomato, with chips underneath it, that do rd doesnt automatically have meat on it!? Never seen a taco salad like that!She said "ranch" comes with it, but waitress gave us a very spicy dressing - that was super spicy and we couldnt eat it!She offered churros like 3-4 times, and then when asked how much they were, she said she didnt know the price & had to go check. That seemed odd to us, especially after she told us she had worked there for 4 years!Unfortunately we have decided that we would never go back, becauseIt was that bad of an experience.Save your time and money - go somewhere else!

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Justin Wise
05.30.2022
4

Drinks are a bit pricy but good. Food quality lacks considering the price paid. Best part of the experience was the company of others while we dined in during this visit.

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The Murf Murf
05.28.2022
5

Very good, and some of the prettiest nachos ever

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Matthew Nickerson
05.23.2022
5

Fantastic! Our waitress was amazing and gave us perfect suggestions after we gave her some direction. The draft Pacifico and mixed drink (one of the gin ones - can remember the name were super on point. The food was perfect. We had the corn dip as our appy and it was amazingly fresh. I had the steak burrito (killer queso sauce to go along with an already stellar burritoand my wife had salad with brussel sprouts (added shrimp as well), which was very unique in the best if ways. Our waitress made us feel appreciated and the restaurant couldnt have done anything better. 10/10 will be back!

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Angie Ceja
05.19.2022
3

The queso seems to be out of a can and just warmed just warmed up the chips were good the salad was OK the shrimp was undercooked definitely not worth the $20.

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Nicholas McAfee
05.03.2022
2

As of April 2022 I probably wont go back. They havent had their signature drink in over a month because they cant get the ingredients. No crab cake torta on the menu anymore and the toppings on the tacos doubled in price. I wanted shrimp tacos. $5 a taco when before it waa 2.50$ and they were out of shrimp. So I was going to get a crab cake torta, no longer on the menu. I used to love this place but its been going down hill

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Jeremy Hitchcock
04.09.2022
4

So I saw somewhere that this place had the #1 burritos in Arkansas. Being from the west cost where taco and burrito shops grow on trees I had to try it.Pictured is the steak burrito. Its really good, but I have a but here. They take the name burrito very loosely. They should call it tasty stuff wrapped in a Tortilla. I was expecting Mexican food when in fact I got very good food wrapped in a Tortilla.I would recommend this place to friends but if you looking for something authentic this is not the place for you.I also went on a Saturday afternoon and parking sucked so be aware of that.Last let me mention the staff. I sat at the bar and the lady behind the counter was great so friendly. I should have got her name.So in summery. Parking sucks, staff is great, food is really good, but if you are looking for a authentic Mexican burrito this aint the place for you.

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Dani H
03.26.2022
5

We loved the salsa here. We also had the street tacos and buffalo burrito. Everything was top notch. We will definitely be coming back.

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Paul Prater
03.12.2022
1

Man were we disappointed.My girlfriend and I met up with some friends for dinner. The Fold was their suggestion.We started with the very over priced four dip combo. It was a red and green salsa, bowl of cheese dip and bowl of guacamole for $20. You would pay half of this, at most, for the same thing at a Mexican restaurant since your chips and salsa would be complimentary. It would also be much tastier. At least the servings weren’t tiny but I certainly wouldn’t call them generous either.Everything on that sampler was bland. They all needed salt badly. The cheese dip was very bland, watery and lukewarm at best. You couldn’t scoop up this cheese dip. It just dribbled off my chip. I let the waitress know it was cold and she brought us another one. It was also lukewarm, if we are being generous.Next we both got the taco plates. The appetizer was truly the warmup to set our expectations and palette. Again, the food was lukewarm and bland. The black beans needed salt terribly. Once they were properly salted you could really get the nice flavors in the beans. Some of our party made the same comment.Now onto the tacos. This was a bit of a travesty. The corn tortillas were very mealy and cold. Some of them were so soggy they just immediately fell apart when trying to pick up the taco. This was a disappointment and no longer a taco. Now I’m eating a mouthful of meat with soggy corn meal chunks in it.Oddly the tacos are not served with limes or sauces on the side. I guess I have really gotten used to street tacos. I had to request some limes. They just made the tacos colder. A poor lime just didn’t have enough oomph to make these tacos tasty.Flavor wise, the only one I liked was the chorizo and potato and I tried six different ones. My girlfriend and I got all different tacos and we shared. The chorizo tasted very similar to what you can get at the grocery store but it was very flavorful and well cooked.The margaritas were excellent. I will definitely give them that. The service was prompt if a bit standoffish.I really wish we could like this place but the food was just subpar and especially for the price, they have to do much better.

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Kathy Schmitt
02.19.2022
5

The food was delicious and I loved my blueberry margarita

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1800HUDSON
02.08.2022
4

After watching Triple D, I had to go here and sample some of their staples. Their 3 taco plate is a win (get the black beans with it). They also specialize in Margaritas which I enjoyed. The location is a win as well, outside of the city, surrounded by things to do.

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Emily T
01.09.2022
5

Consistently delicious. Great happy hour and margaritas taste fresh squeezed

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Shelly SNOWDEN
12.21.2021
3

If you are looking for a healthy Mexican Restaurant The Fold checks all the boxes. The food didnt have the flavor I liked. This is a former Gas Station, cool environment.

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Addison Honey
11.05.2021
2

The atmosphere is alright. The chicken bowl is very basic, lettuce from wal-mart, rice out of the box, chicken from a crockpot with salsa, black beans out of the can...my chicken had a bone in it and when I brought it to the waitress attention she said “thanks for letting me know,” then brought us our ticket.‘The fold’ earned two stars because the cheese dip is exceptional.My advice: save your money

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Toni Tounsand
10.28.2021
5

Featured on Guys travel program!! Fun restaurant, excellent food menu!! Wait staff friendly and helpful with menu selections! Food cost reasonable!! You may bring your dog , water bowls available!! Building remodeled from a service station past , out door covered eating available!! Lots of fun!!Eager to go back!! Little Rock , old Cantrell Road !!

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Ash J
10.17.2021
1

Atmosphere is super cute but the food left much to be desired. The queso was runny and the food was very, very, tasteless. We really had high hopes because the its so pretty and everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves but it just did not deliver. We paid $65 and didnt enjoy a single thing we ordered.

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John McLaney
10.11.2021
5

Enjoyed immensely. Casual environment. Great vegetarian options compared to mosts. Will definitely be back. Don’t leave without trying the Mexican corn dip. The tacos and nachos were great as well.

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Love Notes for TLC
09.02.2021
5

The vegan palm tacos were definitely worth trying. The server was fantastic and the atmosphere was inviting albeit a bit congested during dinner time. Just goes to show how delicious their food is!

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Jason Brown
08.28.2021
4

Good food i got the bbq beef tamales and a chicken tinga taco. Tamales were perfectly cooked and very tasty. Next time i will opt out of the cheese sauce though

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Gerianna Massimini
08.07.2021
5

The food was delicious! I had "Seared Yellowfin Tuna." The salsa, the aioli, and the seasoning on the tuna were each very flavorful and they all mixed together perfectly. It was also delightfully arranged on the plate. I stopped here while traveling, but hope I get to eat here again someday!

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Christy (based3)
07.30.2021
5

Spicy margarita with fresh jalapeños, and vegan ceviche !!! So fire 🔥 I don’t eat heart of palm often but this was worth it 🤤 plus they had my favorite hot sauce el yucateco👍🏽

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DJ Bledsoe
06.27.2021
5

love the atmosphere and vibe. Food was delicious.

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Kathryn LeMaster
04.06.2021
5

Hands down, favorite margarita (jalapeño margarita! 🌶💃🏽and taco bar around! Amazingly creative interior, as the building was a converted gas station, indoor + outdoor options, and in nice weather they’ll open up the glass garage door walls! Awesome place for a work lunch or happy hour as well as the bar has outlets and storage cubbies!

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James Griffith
03.05.2021
5

Neat place, pleasant service. Had the BBQ Beef Tomales - so good! The queso, pico, and cotija cheese all over the tomales was just really, really tasty.

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J B Cross
09.07.2020
5

This is fresh take on Mexican and it’s great. They have a covered patio that felt Covid safe and the night we were there a heavy rain storm moved through and patio was fine through it all. I have been for lunch and dinner both were excellent. They have parking across the street so it’s easy to get in and settled.

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Sam Ivanovsky
02.22.2020
4

The Fold is Little Rocks most instagrammable restaurant. The decor and atmosphere are awesome (hanging motorcycles with large neon signs set in what looks to be a former garage).My favorite thing on the menu is the crab cake torta. other highlights are the bison burrito and steak taco.Good for groups of 4 or less. Small space so seating for large groups is limited.Service up front was blase and our server was a bit inattentive, but it was busy so I understand.

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Collin Gallimore
01.26.2020
5

Pricey, but worth it. Apparently Guy Fieri ate here and loved it. Came here with a friend on bikes, and was suprised to see an entire like of bikes chained to the rail outside. Very cool atmosphere with lots of windows!

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Melissa Weaver-Shipp
01.19.2020
5

This my absolute favorite taco place. I am a lover of all things tacos and I will never go to Little Rock and not eat here. The photos included in this review are just a couple of the MANY times that I have eaten here. Perfectly priced and WONDERFULLY made and perfectly tasty! So many flavors that are unique and beautifully paired ingredients. Drinks have always been top notch and just typing this review makes my mouth water. I’m ready for more tacos.

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Matthew C
07.14.2019
4

Saw this place on an episode of triple D. Since we was heading to texas we thought we would give it a try. Very much enjoyed it. Wasnt very crowded maybe since we came on a sunday afternoon. Would try it again. I got some queso and a bison burrito. It was great definitely would get it again. Loved the atmosphere.

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Brent West
05.11.2019
5

New favorite fresh Mexican restaurant in Little Rock. Parking was tight but once inside you will forget all about that. Service was great and very helpful. Fist time visiting and they answered all our menu questions. The chips and salsa are great with amazing queso so start with that. Tried 3 dishes and loved each of them. Everything was cooked to order and I was surprised at the end by all the desert options. Unfortunately I didn’t save room so I’ll just have to go back. Very fresh and tasty you won’t be disappointed.

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Nicholas Romano
04.24.2019
5

Had the 3 taco plate (shrimp, pork and bison), which came with diverse toppings. But the mini crab tacos were ridiculously good!!! Crab meat was so fresh and tasty, including the little salad that comes with it! Can really tell they care about quality here. Easily the best tacos Ive had in Little Rock!! For dessert had the tres leches cake - cant remember the last time I had a cake even comparable in taste and texture. Easily five stars.

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Irene Ogeto
03.08.2019
2

I went to the Fold: Botanas & Bar for dinner with some friends after visiting Little Rock Central High School. There was no wait time around 3pm on a Sunday. We ordered the shareable chips and four type dipping sauces—red salsa, green salsa, cheese, guacamole. The chips are delicious and the cheese dipping sauce was the best one out of the four. For the main course, I ordered the 3 taco plate with an additional taco. I ordered two fish tacos, a chicken taco and a beef taco with a side of rice. The food was served in a timely manner. However, the taco meat was not very well seasoned. With a little bit more seasoning, the tacos would be great. The chips and dip was the best part about the meal. I would return to this restaurant just for the chips and dip. The restaurant decor is super cute and it is a relaxing environment. Also, there is an outside patio area that is dog friendly.

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Toney Green
02.16.2019
4

I would give this place a 3.5 🌟 stars if it was available. However, since there is not I will give them four stars. We went on a Friday night around 8 p.m. it was crowded but they still had several tables that were open. My complaint would be is that the building a small and the noise level in there is extremely loud. If you wear a hearing aid like myself and have tinnitus youre in for a rude surprise. As far as the food, it was.. okay. The guacamole dip was bland. I have ate the guacamole dip Santos Coyote and it has raised the ante pain comparisons of guacamole dip to other establishments like The Fold. It is almost like it is missing something in the ingredients to beat the guacamole dip. I also had the steak tamales. Now those are to die for. Extremely good with lots of flavor I would definitely come back for the tamales.

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Russtina Green
02.16.2019
4

First time eating at The Fold. Overall good experience. The place looks like an old garage with bikes hanging from the ceiling. Very unique. It looks like a place where most of the locals gather. Because it is small it is rather loud and hard to hear when talking with others. I had a sweet potato and kale taco. It was surprisingly good. I also enjoyed the home made guacamole dip. They serve alcohol.

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Rachel Poff
02.02.2019
5

Tried out the brunch menu today and man was it amazing. Great bloody Mary, variety if tasty breakfast tacos, and the savory waffle was utterly delicious. Ive liked this place for years and they have my favorite tamales in town. Glad I finally went for brunch.

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Evan
01.31.2019
5

I had the Bison burrito, very pricey for portions, but it makes since for location, atmosphere and presentation. It was very flavorful which made up a bit for the price. Also take into consideration that bison goes upward of $8-10lb so other flavors may be less costly.

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Andrew Shen
01.12.2019
4

We went on a Friday night around 730pm, no reservation. It was about a 15 min wait for two, which was enough time to grab drinks at the bar. We tried the classic and the lemon rosemary margaritas, which were good. We ordered the habanero queso as an appetizer and the chorizo torta and the taco plate with rice and beans (tacos were the al pastor, cochinita pibil, and tejasfor dinner. The queso was good, a little runnier than some queso but it had good flavor. The chorizo torta was great. I really liked the tejas taco, but found the al pastor and cochinita tacos a little dry. Great atmosphere, fun decor with bikes hanging from the ceiling and an openish kitchen. Will definitely come back.

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Tariq Jones
10.13.2018
5

The food is great and fairly priced with unique local quirks mixed in. The drinks are well priced and well mixed behind the bar. The service is the real showstopper though. I went Friday night at 7. They were packed but our waitress never seemed phased. She floated around the floor like there wasnt a soul in the building. She was also very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. I was very satisfied!

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Jen Willard
05.12.2018
5

This was an amazing experience. As a couple, we did not have to wait very long. The vibe was great. As for the menu options and taste. Wow. The taste was defiantly worth more than they charge. Steak burrito and habanero dip is the best.

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The Fold: Botanas & Bar in Little Rock

3501 Old Cantrell Rd, Little Rock, AR 72202, United States, Little Rock

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