Mad Mex

Mad Mex Shadyside is on South Highland Avenue across the street from Casbah Mediterranean Kitchen. Mad Mex Shadyside brings the fresh California-Mexican cuisine, compelling beer and tequila lists, and rustic-yet-hip design that has established Mad Mex as a popular Pittsburgh destination since 1993.

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  • Phone

    (412) 345-0185

  • Website

    bit.ly/MMShadyside

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  • Type

    Mexican Restaurant

Address

220 S Highland Ave (btw Ellsworth & Alder) Pittsburgh , PA 15206 United States

Reservations No
Credit Cards Yes (incl. Visa & American Express)
Wi-Fi Yes
Outdoor Seating Yes
Parking Valet
Menus Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 97


Keywords:

margaritas Mexican food gobblerito quesadillas trendy happy hour casual good for groups spicy food great value valet parking good for dates sangria bar wifi tequila ice cream wraps dinner salsa
Andra Zapartan

Love how they set it up with all the Christmas lights - it feels so nice and cozy . Perfect for a Friday night with friends! And go with the chicken quesadilla - always yummy :)

Zara Khan

Oh how I love Mad Mex. Been going there since 2005. Half off after 11 on giant margaritas and entrees. A huge fan of the steak burrito with extra protein (tofu ) I love the black bean dip .

Bob Ellsworth

I anticipate this time every year when Mad Mex releases Dos Decadas! The IPA it started on its 20th anniversary (hence the name Two Decades). It's a limited release. So if you're an IPA person..GO!

Phillip Gray

One of the best places ive ever been in this city too by far. I loved the food and the drinks were very very good. I will most certainly come back for the same experience an enjoy a amazing evening.

Cosette Eliason

This location is much better than the one in Oakland. Good service , yummy food. Big azz margs are the way to go. Their queso is also A+.

Andra Zapartan

This mango margarita is De-Li-Cious! ???? You'll never wanna drink anything else! ????

val schomer

My go to meal is the happy hippie quesadilla . It's a bit spicy for my taste, but worth it! Can't come here without pick a dip of hummus and guacamole and salsa !

Sean Chin

If you are here for happy hour , it's cheaper by the ounce to get the Little Butt margarita than the Big Azz size.

JenKudu

Pineapple habanero salsa is fantastic!!! Great guac and margaritas too. Bar bacon tacos are packed with flavor. Skip the crab quesadilla and cheese dip .

Coral

The Shadyside location is less ridiculously busy than the Oakland one and more happening than the Monroeville one. It's my favorite of the three!

Nat Eliason

One great thing is that their wings have next to no breading . You're missing out if you don't try them. Go with the southwestern sauce.

Devin Peterson

The crusted fish tacos are simply amazing!! I get extra spicy mayo and add sour cream with a lime twist. YUMMM!!!

Sunil Doshi

Best beer selection of all the Mad Mex locations. Beer is always fresh also, since they're always busy.

Mad Mex Shadyside

The enchiladas stress test the plate with layers of white corn tortillas , Colorado Sauce and/or Green Sauce and with Jack cheese aplenty. Rice and beans, lettuce and salsa on the side of course.

Aerie

With delicious food and a plethora of unique margarita flavors, Mad Mex is one of a kind. Be sure to get a side of blue cornbread to finish of any entree.- Jonathan, Marketing Coordinator

Sarah

The pepitas hummus is the best hummus I've ever had. Tastes like edamame hummus/pesto. Also, the burritos are HUGE.

Kelli Van ????

Get the gobblerito in October and November! Thanksgiving dinner in a burrito .

Kate C

Great for toddlers! Great draft beer list . If sitting near open window or outside you may be in for some cigarette smoke....

Mad Mex Shadyside

There’s more craft beer here than you could possibly drink. Check back frequently, the draft list is constantly changing to suit your inner beer geek.

Jenya S

Try gobblerito ! Beef fajitas were great too. Guacamole was great, but cheese and salsa sips weren’t too good.

CBS Local

We recommend the Chicken Mole Enchilada or the Black Beenie Quesadeenie. If you're brave, try the latter with a side of their famous Pineapple Habanero Salsa . - CBS Pittsburgh Read more

Mad Mex Shadyside

Taking a break from beer ? Sip on the red or white sangria for a traditional mixture of wine and fruits ...available by the glass or carafe .

Kate Schreck

Good food! Not so great service. We were rushed to place our order and ignored half the time. Our waitress came over and asked us if we could help her with our change for the bill as well . Seriously!?

Sally Crane

I like to bring family here and share chips and salsa . I always get a cheese quesadilla .

Mad Mex Shadyside

Big Azz Margaritas are obviously a staple here: pick from Black Cherry , Kiwi , Mango , Raspberry , Strawberry or blend 2 of your favorite flavors!

Mad Mex Shadyside

The tortilla soup’s been taking the edge off our tortilla chips since ’93. Tomato and chile with grilled chicken topped with cheese and crispy tortilla chips . Wow.

Andra Zapartan

Churros for the win ✌????

Vanessa Wentzloff

You cant go wrong with the pineapple black bean quesadillas and the sangria !

carly jones

Great taco and margaritas . I always go here for happy hour for a Big Ass...lol

Mad Mex Shadyside

Looking for a meal-starter that's a little different? Pepita hummus : pumpkin seeds , garlic and peppers folded into hummus with grilled flatbread .

Mad Mex Shadyside

Our Ice Cream Burrito is rolled in cinnamon-sugar and drizzled with honey or covered in fudge . We are serious about post-meal excitement.

Susan Greene

The food here is amazing!! Some of the best fish tacos I've ever had!

Krista Mccloskey

Food is okay service is always wonderful! Love to try new drinks

carly jones

i enjoy this place the food and atomsphere are what makes it special. food is a tad overpriced though.

george haff

OMG WTF Satan Wings !!!!1!!1! (southwest sauce , of course -- no weaksauce)

Mad Mex Shadyside

Get a side of blue cornbread . Cream is poured over the batter giving it a custard-like layer on top. Amazing.

Scott Kleinberg

Best big azz margaritas and chicken chimis in all the land.

Andy Hill

Margaritas are soooo good!! Paired with tacos are amazing!

Mad Mex Shadyside

Keep it light and fresh with Grilled Fish Tacos with avacado , spicy cabbage slaw , and avocado-tomatillo salsa

Dominic Green

The wing wrap with san francisco sauce is the best

Cale

Deanna was probably the best waitress I've ever had. She was hilarious, mindful of my drink needs, and always willing to chat!

Alan Lucas

The vegan carrot cake is amazing. I meant to take a picture, but I couldn't restrain myself.

Michael

Every variation of Mexican you could imagine, Americanized.

Noreen Locks

great drinks ! the quesadillas are amazing !

LogoTV

Picka-dippa? Yes! Black beanie Quesa-dini? Yes! Margarita ? Double YES!! - Alaska, RuPaul's Drag Race Season 5

Mad Mex Shadyside

Grab a growler for later! Half gallon of your favorite draft for only $5 plus cost of beer .

Sean Miller

Steak fajitas were really good!

Mad Mex Shadyside

Sit by our open air bi-fold door and enjoy the breeze and sunshine while enjoying your favorite Mex

John Sanders

The nachos here are out of this world!

Angie Wang

Love the crispy fish tacos and margaritas ????

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