La Pradera Mexican Restaurant

This was the worst, most bizarre restaurant experience I've ever had. Upon first impression, the restaurant looked dirty. A rubber floor mat was rolled up on top of the seat cushion out front, a preliminary indicator about the low standard of cleanliness. Most of the neon signs were off in the dining area, making for an almost gloomy atmosphere. After waiting to be seated, we (party of 2) were met with dirty, sticky menus and a wide-eyed waitress who could not be trusted to even deliver the correct drink. I asked for a screwdriver, which was on their printed drink list. Simple enough, right? Wrong, apparently. Very, very wrong. Every time I very clearly repeated "screwdriver," she'd feverishly nod her head with a grin and say, "Strawberry margarita? Yes!" "No. Screwdriver." I pointed to the word on the printed sheet. "Daiquiri?" "No. S c r e w d r i v e r." "Margarita?" "Screwdriver. It's orange juice and vodka." She then nodded and gestured toward the back, implying she'd check or som

Ordered dinner to go. My order was put in Styrofoam container and was cold when got home. On the other hand, my husband's was put in a cardboard container and was warm when we got home. Requested mine be put in same type of container and even though was assured they would, they did not. Food : 3/5 | Service : 4/5 … More

This was a most exciting experience. Very cozy atmosphere. Service was beyond reproach. Food was excellently prepared and large servings. I had the enchilada dinner. My son had shrimp enchiladas which were fabulous. If I did not live an hour and a half away I would be there several times a week! Prices were reasonable. I'd large selection on the menu. Check out the website. I would rate this restaurant in the top five Mexican restaurants I have been to In My Life!