Northern Mexican grill inside Forum Buenavista delivering flavorful meats, table-side salsas, and lively service; excellent for groups, though pricing and occasional service or billing hiccups can frustrate.
Noreste Grill delivers solid neighborhood steakhouse performance with strong food quality anchored by juicy arrachera and fresh table-side salsas, plus attentive service that earns genuine staff loyalty. However, inconsistent meat preparation—ranging from perfect doneness to occasional overcooking—prevents grade A territory, and the mall setting lacks destination appeal despite warm, lively atmosphere. Competitive with the area's better neighborhood restaurants for those seeking elevated traditional Mexican grilling.
Set inside Forum Buenavista, the room feels warm and bustling with birthday songs, beer buckets, and a table-side salsa ritual that sets the tone. Guests highlight attentive hosts like Damaris and brisk seating, noting that service often feels genuinely friendly even on busy weekends. One diner summed it up: "steak was tender and every bite delivered," though a few mention billing or tip confusion at the end. The vibe is lively and social more than hushed and formal. The kitchen focuses on northern Mexican grilling: arrachera, carne asada, and showy specialties like the tequila-flamed Cowboy rib eye. Expect shareable platters, a generous molcajete add-on, and desserts like flan or pan de elote. This is elevated traditional rather than trendy fusion, anchored by fresh, custom salsas mixed to your heat preference at the table. Most visits bring juicy meats and fast pacing; occasional reports of overcooking or tough cuts suggest speaking up about doneness. Families fit right in. Portions are built to share, fries and chicken options exist, and kids seem happy with simple sides. There is a kids menu noted by one reviewer as bland, but the broader menu offers accessible choices like beans, tortillas, and mild salsas. Prices land in steakhouse territory; plan on MXN $420–$650 per person for the full experience, or more with drinks, inside this mall-friendly setting.
Area vibe: Bustling mall setting catering to shoppers and families; casual, lively vibe with steady foot traffic.
Safety: Mall environment feels generally safe and well-patrolled; occasional maintenance issues mentioned in older reviews.
What's nearby: Inside Forum Buenavista shopping center near transit, cinemas, and retail; popular for group meals and celebrations.
Go for the arrachera or the Rib Eye Cowboy, add quesabirrias and the molcajete for a full experience
Think warm, busy and celebratory, with table-side salsa and a lively bar presence