Tortilla Republic Kitchen & Margarita Bar

Tortilla Republic

(Now Closed)
Mexican Restaurant$$$$
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  • Carrie N.heart icon on user image
    Carrie NydenSeptember 10, 2013
    Food was incredible! I ordered the carne asada tacos and I love that they offer jicama tortillas. Such a fun twist on standard tacos. The salsa tasting is also great-especially the papaya habanero.
  • Joey C.heart icon on user image
    Joey CombsJune 5, 2016
    Get the Hula Tai! Best Mai Tai on the island I tried - none of those gross sugary mixers! Also the tacos are amazing here. Get a side of papaya habanero salsa!
  • Linda S.
    Linda ShermanAugust 1, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Fabulous breakfast menu. This breakfast quesadilla was not just one of the best Mexican breakfast items my husband and I have ever tasted. It was the best quesadilla we've ever had.
  • Bradd E.
    Bradd EastonDecember 9, 2013
    Chips-awesome, guacamole is bland. Needs garlic or onion. Perfect marg is a triple sec fest, nothing special. Burritos are huge & excellent. tomatillo sauce is great. Lavender margarita is amazing.
  • Praful G.
    Praful GuptaApril 23, 2015
    A great place to get dinner. Go upstairs and make a reservation ahead of time to get a good seat. You can watch the sunset from that complex.
  • Robin J.heart icon on user image
    Robin JonesOctober 7, 2014
    The Grilled Breakfast Quesadillas were ‘ono and the salsa was phenomenal! Being from Texas, I'm always wary of eating Mexican food on vacation, but this place didn't disappoint!
  • Linda S.
    Linda ShermanAugust 2, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Modern Mexican cuisine in a chic setting. Creative food and drinks prepared with fresh ingredients. Open late on Thursday and Saturday nights for music events. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  • Randy C.heart icon on user image
    Randy CottinghamApril 24, 2013
    The short ribs with verde sauce is AMAZING! Best verde I've ever had! If you like verde sauce, I highly recommend trying this!
  • Sean W.
    Sean WileyDecember 31, 2013
    The jalapeño Margarita is great but make sure to ask for two jalapeños muddled to get a pleasant burn.... And Barbara's recommendations were spot on. Ask for her
  • Holly S.
    Holly SeversonJanuary 19, 2013
    Yummy battered fish tacos and the carne asada tacos were good, too. Nice presentation and the happy hour hydration margarita was tasty.
  • MiMi B.heart icon on user image
    MiMi BenfieldFebruary 24, 2013
    So far so good...the "Hydration" margarita with coconut water is ridiculous. Plus the girls working here are crazy beautiful. If I lived in Koloa this would be my regular spot.
  • Papalani G.
    Papalani GelatoOctober 31, 2011
    Great downstairs bar/cafe with a cool vibe. Nice drinks. The upstairs dining room is open for dinner and is worth a try. Beautiful dining room, and well prepared food
  • Jeff Z.
    Jeff ZachariasDecember 9, 2013
    Good chips. Guacamole was blah. Great veggie burrito - love the spicy tomatillo sauce. Asked for ice tea and chocolate cake but they were out. I don't understand how a restaurant runs out of iced tea?
  • Jeffrey B.heart icon on user image
    Jeffrey BytomskiJuly 12, 2015
    The fresh catch fajitas and table side guacamole were amazing. Service was great too.
  • Blake S.heart icon on user image
    Blake ScottJanuary 2, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Solid happy hour from 3-5 everyday. Affordable (AVG $5/item) and good quality food. Nachos w/ chicken and Jalapeño Croquetas recommended.
  • eric b.heart icon on user image
    eric bornemannJanuary 26, 2021
    Good place for a margarita when you get tired of drinking rum - it’s a hard life on the island.
  • Rachel S.heart icon on user image
    Rachel SimrellJanuary 2, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Enjoyed the Happy Hour! (3-5 Daily) $5 drinks and apps! And, tasty ones, mind you. Can I say they are "Classy Nachos"? Is that a thing?
  • Richard S.heart icon on user image
    Richard SusantoDecember 2, 2013
    Sit upstairs and sip a glass of Lilikoi Margarita while you watch the sunset. Heavenly.
  • Jackie M.
    Jackie MenterJuly 29, 2012
    Chips and salsa are great. Everything was fresh and impeccably prepared. The skinny Marguerita is first-rate.
  • Kuino G.heart icon on user image
    Kuino GarzaJuly 3, 2013
    Looks like crap cuz ive been killing it but the Chilaquilles are totally awesome... Thought the poached eggs were sour cream... Lol
  • Brett L.
    Brett LarondeJanuary 12, 2012
    Omg amazing...upstairs so awesome make reservations...table side guacamole outstanding....service was impeccable
  • Nancy R.heart icon on user image
    Nancy RealSeptember 19, 2012
    Great music in the bar Tuesdays and Thursdays. Lots of locals and the food was Delish.
  • Jordan G.
    Jordan GDecember 5, 2012
    The salsa and guacamole offer is actually REALLY expensive. Separate charges for the guacamole and for the.salsa. At least the guacamole was really yummy!
  • Ben M.heart icon on user image
    Ben MilneDecember 11, 2014
    Huge portions. One of the better meals I had on the island.
  • April A.heart icon on user image
    April AngNovember 20, 2015
    The tortilla soup was excellent. Overall a decent meal. Prices were average for the island.
  • Joe H.heart icon on user image
    Joe HummrichMarch 22, 2013
    Excellent choice for breakfast. Great espresso and a nice outdoor area.
  • Kim T.
    Kim TopsnikSeptember 9, 2011
    Stop by for drinks at the bar before you head up to the restaurant. And save some room for desert! 
  • Patrick M.
    Patrick MacKelvieJune 4, 2012
    If you like spicy, ask for a side of the carrot habanero salsa...and another beer!
  • Meghan B.heart icon on user image
    Meghan BergerSeptember 17, 2014
    Fish tacos and chicken tacos. Happy hour with a glass of wine for $5.
  • Linda S.
    Linda ShermanNovember 16, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    The breakfast quesadilla at #TortillaRepublic is the best quesadilla @RayJGordon and I have ever had. Period.
  • April G.
    April GregoryDecember 13, 2014
    Two words: Bacon Flight. Four more: Corn and Blueberry Pancakes.
  • Kandy D.heart icon on user image
    Kandy DickenJanuary 19, 2013
    Apps good, drinks good, and fish tacos excellent!
  • Andy S.
    Andy ShefskyDecember 30, 2011
    Amazing service and amazing food. Oh and amazing atmosphere too! Love this place!!!
  • Sandra
    SandraFebruary 28, 2013
    Breakfast is really good! Loved the corn/blueberry pancakes!
  • Joyce T.heart icon on user image
    Joyce TompsettMay 8, 2017
    Guacamole is amazing!!! Chicken quesadillas rock.
  • Kris M.
    Kris MulkeyApril 13, 2013
    Breakfat tip-- The churros and Beignets are too die for!!!
  • Maggie T.
    Maggie TigheDecember 16, 2012
    Go to the downstairs bar, it's more laid back with more Mexican food
  • Kevin M.
    Kevin MullinMay 15, 2013
    Gabby and Patrick mix up some awesome libations! This is not a place you want to miss!
  • chris n.
    chris nollMay 31, 2012
    Nice ambience. Good food. Poor service by our waitress - saw her once when she took our order and a second time when she brought the check
  • Bradd E.
    Bradd EastonDecember 9, 2013
    Key lime pie is a REAL key lime pie. Great.
  • Michael C.
    Michael CampbellDecember 30, 2011
    The food and salsa were FANTASTIC. !!!! Service was also excellent.
  • Ginger C.heart icon on user image
    Ginger CourtneyOctober 2, 2014
    Good atmosphere, food, staff, and drinks!
  • Eric V.heart icon on user image
    Eric VenkerAugust 19, 2014
    Table side guacamole is very good.
  • Chris C.
    Chris ColeOctober 18, 2012
    Red sauce is ok but the Tomatillo sauce is on point.
  • Kristine H.
    Kristine HawkinsJuly 11, 2012
    Great margarita's made with frresh ingredient, no mix!!!
  • Pepe C.
    Pepe CPJanuary 23, 2012
    Ask for the Tortilla soup, it is terrific.
  • Bob K.heart icon on user image
    Bob KurtzSeptember 1, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    If you like Thai food, try the Thai margarita with coconut milk.
  • Sin-Young P.
    Sin-Young ParkDecember 17, 2013
    Order Flautas de Pollo and not the shrimp taco. Alright but could be better...
  • Sarah T.
    Sarah TApril 25, 2013
    Great food, shame the service was crap!!!
  • Living The Dream Diversheart icon on user image
    The lavender margarita totally rocks
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