“ My partner and I came here two days in a row because we loved the food so much. We’re not huge fans of salsa but the complimentary salsa here is so delicious and refreshing. Our server recommended the queso with chorizo and it was amazingggg. We got it both times that we came. The Skinny Berry Margarita is so delicious and will definitely make you feel good. That was another item we got both times coming here. We’re making it our mission to try every taco on the menu and so far every single one that we had had been great. Everything here is so refreshing and flavorful. We will definitely keep coming back here and making our way through the menu. This is our new favorite restaurant!! ”

“ MODEST O 10 OUT OF 10 STARS (Google, you are killing me, I need plenty more stars) It is of Spanish and Latin origin, and the meaning of Modesto is "modest, moderate, humble." But if we are speaking Spanish, "¡Excelente comida, excelente servicio, y un ambiente vibrante!" I enjoyed my time here with family and was glad to indulge in my favorite foods, Mexican, authentic, so to speak. Love you, Reggie & Courtney. Say hello and give thanks to my favorite cousins who suggested this establishment!! The atmosphere was what I call "all-around!" It was family and kid-friendly. There was a spacious patio, and if you were double-dating like us, there is a romantic feel as well. Thank you for the large television. My husband seems to need one everywhere we go. It was viewable from most angles. In a nutshell, we were very comfortable. It was my first time having the green rice, which was flavorful and moist. Noted it is now a favorite to add to any dish next time. Yes, there will be a next time. The entire plate was like no other, and I almost forgot to take a photo because when it all arrived, you could smell freshness. Take your time with the menu. Everything was so appealing, I was undecided; however, I just picked a dish. Hooray for the chips and salsa. No, it was not canned tomato sauce, tasting as if it were made to order, which felt tableside, I swear! The queso dip was another hit. Gotta be careful with that savory goodness. Paired with the salsa and warm chips; pinch yourself because it was heaven. You may not be able to finish your entree if you keep this up. The service was unbelievably grand due to the high number of customers. They were on it! There is nothing to complain about there. As a matter of fact, NOTHING TO COMPLAIN OF AT ALL! When it comes to margaritas, better ask someone else, I never have an issue in this field! Yet again, margaritas win. They were well-balanced with the tequilla and margarita mix, salt perfectly around the rim to accent the glass. As usual, the only thing that is ever missing in my margaritas anywhere is a SCORPION . See you soon, guys!! Respectfully, The Breaux's, Oh, and The Other Breaux's ”

“ Wow! Quite possibly the best beef fajitas I have ever had. I really do not like wordy reviews . All I can say is do yourself a favor and try these slices of heaven. ”

“ Absolutely delicious food, I would say even better than in Mexico. The restaurant is rather difficult to reach without a car, but boy what a culinary experience. Well worth coming back whenever the time allows. ”

“ Mas Mex, less Tex.” It reads like a challenge. A line in the sand. In a city where Tex-Mex has long drowned itself in neon, in drive-thrus slinging queso-covered everything, in the easy lull of the familiar. But Modesto Taco Tequila Whiskey is not here for comfort. It’s here for something sharper, something that cuts. The sting of fresh lime against slow-braised meats. The whisper of warm masa, still breathing from the press. Heat—not just the kind that sears your tongue, but the kind that lingers, that reminds you of where you came from. It sits in South Gate Village, orbiting LSU, where students, locals, and the lost all crash into each other looking for something real. Here, tortillas aren’t an afterthought. They’re pressed every morning, salsas pulled from the earth and the flame, coaxed into something alive. Every choice—intentional. Every bite—a declaration. Flounder ceviche arrives first. Cool, clean, an electric jolt of lime and orange slicing through the silk of avocado. Jalapeno, pico de gallo—fresh, bright, crackling with life. A reminder that food, at its best, has a pulse. Then, three tacos. Three stories. Three lessons in labor and insistence. The Chicken Adobado—grilled, rubbed down in adobo so deep it seeps into the bones. A hit of chile verde, sharp and unapologetic. Cilantro, onion, radish—fresh, raw, defiant. The Carne Asada—skirt steak, charred at the edges, kissed by flame. Oaxaca cheese melts into its grain like it was always meant to be there. Pico, guacamole sauce—acid, fat, heat. The kind of balance that only looks effortless. The Cabo Shrimp—Louisiana wild-caught, grilled, kissed by salt and fire. Mango pico, dangerously close to too sweet, then pulled back by cabbage, crema, avocado. Layers of texture. Layers of memory. These aren’t just tacos. They’re places. Names. A past that refuses to be erased. This is not replication. Not compromise. Modesto doesn’t bend, doesn’t dilute. It stands firm. A reclamation. A reminder of what was always here—waiting. ”

“ Always a great experience when I come here! The brisket birria taco is my personal favorite. They have great queso and an awesome margarita menu. Staff is always helpful and kind. One of my favorite restaurants in Baton Rouge. ”

“ As a Texan and avid fan of Tex Mex, I didn’t think a Mexican restaurant in Baton Rouge would be that good. But dang - the tacos were amazing. Chicken and steak seasoned to perfection. From the chips and salsa to the rice and beans - 10, 10, 10’s across the board. ”

“ Best Mexican food we have ever had, ever! Highly recommend! We did the steak and shrimp fajitas for two and the steak was absolutely perfect, melt in your mouth, not overcooked, perfect! The salsa, don't even get me started! We live all the way on the other side of the US and believe me when I say I'm sad I won't likely ever get to taste it again! (I'm a bit of a salsa fanatic!) Everything was amazing from the tortillas to the rice to the steak and shrimp and of course the salsa! The service was also wonderful and friendly! ”