“ Went to Terlingua last night and it was amazing . Our server was kind and attentive and food was delicious. The location is nice as well. When we first walked in looked small but then you realize how beautiful and large the area is. The Tex/Mex fusion was a 10! Enjoyed the combination of American with Mexico. I grew up eating items such as elote and tacos yet the additional touches and ingredients elevated these classic dishes. Oh and let's not forget the cocktails- the chupracabra and the cantarito were my fav! Punchline- you can't go wrong. Excited to go back again. ”

“ Mexican-BBQ-fusion restaurant with table service. The small bbq plate ($36) is listed as having 1# of meat but probably had 2X that amount and was quite filling. The brisket was juicy and had a thin bark - I wish it had a smokier taste; the pickled accompaniments were quite good and the bbq sauce was on the sweeter, not spicy side. The sausage and pork ribs were my favorites on the board. Sometimes pork ribs are a gamble and taste like straight up hot dogs to me - but not here, they had a great flavor. I'd be willing to go here again when I'm in the area. ”

“ When you think of Portland, ME, you don't usually think of excellent BBQ or Mexican food. But also only in Portland can you find unique and quality Tex-Mex food along with great hospitality! We went during the cold season so didn't get a chance to check out their patio, though I do believe parts of it were still open and covered. I would definitely recommend making a reservation if you can, it was quite busy when went. The chip basket got free refills, which was a huge hit with our little one. The chips themselves were thinly sliced, crisp, well-seasoned, and not greasy - aka perfect! I got the small dinner board, which was anything but small. It came with 1lb of that day's meats, which included 2 pork ribs, pulled pork, 2 wings, and a giant slice of brisket, along with corn bread, house-made pickles, and a side of potato salad. The potato salad wasn't too mayo-heavy and had a nice vinegar tang to it. The corn bread was moist and buttery. The brisket was my favorite thing on the board - so fall-apart tender. The service was friendly and attentive, and all the food came out in a timely manner. I can't wait to come back! ”

“ I have been wanting to try Terlingua for YEARS now and finally did it last night. It did not disappoint! First off, there are many spaces to choose from when you book a reservation. There was nothing left in the dining room so we chose an enclosed outdoor space. It was a warm night, so figured being outside with a plastic enclosure would not be that bad. We were correct. There were propane heaters throughout the space, but none of them were on where it was a warm evening. Maybe dead of winter wouldn't really work out there, but for milder temperatures, it was a great option to the dining room. Our waitress was friendly and helpful in drink and meal selections. My husband and I had the large meat board. This is definitely enough food for at least three people. The meats on the board are the choices for the evening which in our case were. Smoked prime brisket, pork belly burnt ends, garlic sausage, and pork shoulder. **know that they make a certain amount of meat for the evening and when that is out, it is out! We eat a lot of barbecue in my family. This had to be the best barbecue I've eaten without being in TX. The meal came with the house side, which was a yummy coleslaw. It is also was accompanied by four big hunks of honey butter cornbread, pickled vegetables, and pickles, and two wonderful sauces - the house made barbecue, and a great mustard sauce that went beautifully with the sausage and the Brisket. You can get additional sides, but we figured this was going to be enough food, and it was, with leftovers to spare. The drink I had was an apple cider-based cocktail. It was very refreshing and perfect for the fall season. I felt the price of the mail was reasonable for the quantity of food given. Especially in Portland where the prices go up and the meal sizes go down. Parking is street parking which can be a bit of a pain. All in all, we will definitely be back! ”

“ I've been here so many times over the years. Business dinners, dinner with friends, or just for drinks. I come for the atmosphere inside and out, the service, and the cocktails. I think the food is very good, but not wow good, but who cares when you having fun and leave happy you came? Note that there is a 3% charge added to your bill for a "fair wage" charge. Some people have a strong reaction to that being included when it's not disclosed up front by the server and shows up on their bill. It is on the menu tho, but it certainly doesn't jump out at you. ”

“ Best patio in Portland. Only it's more than just a patio. And, truly, IYKYK. Option #1: The "Deck" - this area offers covered outdoor seating (which is good for summer) AND overhead heaters (which is good for shoulder seasons). It's attached to their building. Tables are for 2 to 6 people. No dogs allowed. Reservations accepted. Option #2: The "Margarita Garden" - this area offers picnic tables and is set downward in essentially what's their backyard. Dogs allowed. Reservable from May 1st to October 31st, otherwise it's walk-ins only/weather dependent. Option #3: The "Corral" - this area is also located in their backyard, it's more exposed to sun in the summer but also offers overhead heaters/decorative propane heaters for shoulder season weather. Picnic tables and bar seats. No dogs allowed. Reservations accepted. Option #4: The "Sunset Patio" - the patio area is for drinks only, seating is in Adirondack chairs. Dogs allowed. No reservations. Which to sit in? Totally preferential. I have a favorite! And I've found my new go-to spot for chips and sips. My advice if you're also a lover of little treats?!: Get whatever the frozen daiquiri option is (because it's going to be amazingly delicious and amazingly strong), get an order of chips and guacamole (thin yet strong crispy, salty tortilla chips and a decent scoop of chunky guacamole), sit outside (you can even make a reservation in advance), know you're in Portland but feel like you're on vacation somewhere else because the vibe here is just THAT immersive and unique. It's both quiet and "remote" somehow despite being right on Washington Ave. Vegan? Gluten-free? Don't be scared, their menu is clearly labeled! (^ I can't speak to anything but the chips and guacamole at this time, but the tempura mushrooms sound amazing.) ”

“ An outdoor oasis that will make you feel like you are in California with some incredible food and drinks! Terlingua has become a tradition for dinner one night every time my husband and I are in Portland and we haven't been disappointed once! Highly recommend on your next visit to Portland, ME but be sure to make a reservation (they open up 2 weeks ahead of time). After dinner, grab a beer at Oxbow across the street ”

“ I am utterly wowed by Terlingua. If there's one takeaway from my review, try and sit outside on their extensive, multi-level outdoor patio! It's a stunning space that is spacious yet still feels incredibly intimate. As a pescatarian, I was worried I wouldn't be able to find much at a BBQ place, but they have plenty of options. We ordered mango margaritas, a frozen strawberry rhubarb piña colada (a special, which was EXCELLENT), chips and guac, deviled eggs, and mac and cheese. The standout for me was the piña colada and the mac and cheese, which had green chiles, peas, toasted breadcrumbs, and hints of lime. YUM. The service was incredibly friendly, the food was delicious, and the ambience was absolutely unbeatable, even on a gray day. Can't wait to come back and try their tacos! ”

“ This was a very unique setup. There are 3 outdoor seating areas that we could see along with their own bar. The service was amazing and all the employees were so friendly. We started with the chips, guac and salsa. All very fresh!! I had the Tacos Dorados which were amazing. Great price $18 and very filling. The Margarita was one of the best. My daughter and SIL had the brisket and said it was a 9.5 and carnitas a 9.4. Pretty good for picky eaters. Definitely have this on my places to return to and explore more of the menu. A downer is the parking. Washington Ave has flourished over the years and street parking is at a minimum. We did find parking on a side street, not too far away. ”