Word on the street
What locals are saying
Opened in 2012 by Dave and Chrissy Lorenz in West Ashley, Mex 1 has carved out a loyal following as Charleston's go-to Baja-style hang — surf décor, house-infused tequilas (pineapple habanero is the one to order), and a hot sauce bar that rewards the curious. The Baja fish tacos, bang-bang shrimp tacos, and fresh-daily salsa are genuine crowd pleasers, and the 3–6 PM happy hour with $5 infused margaritas keeps the regulars coming back. The consistent knock: portions read small for the price, and a $28 quesadilla can leave value-conscious diners feeling the pinch — the vibe sells as hard as the food does.
pineapple habanero margarita is the moveBaja fish & bang-bang shrimp tacos earn repeat visitsportion size vs. price is a persistent gripehappy hour crowd loyaltyhouse-infused tequila wall as a centerpieceWest Ashley neighborhood anchor since 2012
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