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Master Critic Review
Blue Agave Club
8.3
Since 1997, this upscale Mexican restaurant in a 145-year-old house has been Pleasanton's pioneer of high-end Mexican cuisine. Their extensive premium tequila list and secret-recipe margaritas complement sophisticated dishes like mole poblano and enjococado made from a 100-year-old family recipe.
Must-Try Dishes:
Enjococado with Family Recipe Sauce, Mole Poblano, Camarones Emperador
Scores:
Value: 7.2
Service: 8.1
Consistency: 8
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 9.2
Cultural Relevance: 8.6
What makes it special: Historic house setting with premium tequila collection
Who should go: Special occasion celebrants and tequila aficionados
When to visit: Friday/Saturday evenings for live guitar music
What to order: Mole poblano, premium margarita, enjococado
Insider tip: Reserve patio seating for the best ambiance
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Free parking lot behind restaurant at St. Mary's & Peters St, street parking on Main St fills up weekend evenings
Dress code: Business casual minimum - collared shirts preferred, nice jeans acceptable but dress pants better, no athletic wear
Noise level: Quiet-moderate indoors, livelier on patio and during live music Friday/Saturday nights
Weekend wait: 60-90 min without reservation, often fully booked by Thursday
Weekday lunch: 15-20 min typical, business crowd peaks 12-1pm
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - fire roasted chile rellenos, enchiladas, Blue Agave Bowl, most dishes customizable
Vegan options: Limited - can modify vegetarian dishes, inform server for dairy-free options
Gluten-free options: Yes - corn tortillas available, many naturally GF proteins and sauces
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Excellent choice - romantic historic house ambiance, intimate lighting, impressive without being stuffy. Request indoor table for quieter conversation
Can I get a table without a reservation? Very difficult Friday/Saturday. Bar seating sometimes available. Best walk-in chances Tuesday-Thursday or Sunday early dinner (5-6pm)
Is it kid-friendly? Better suited for teens and up due to upscale atmosphere. Well-behaved children welcome but no kids menu. Consider lunch vs dinner for families
Best For
Better for: Only true upscale Mexican in Pleasanton with 100+ premium tequilas, tableside guacamole, and refined sauces. Best for anniversaries and client dinners
Skip if: You want casual street tacos, quick service, or spending under $30/person. Head to Fiesta Taco or Don Chepe for budget-friendly authentic Mexican
Hours
MondayClosed
Tuesday11:45am - 2:30pm, 5pm - 8pm
Wednesday11:45am - 2:30pm, 5pm - 8pm
Thursday11:45am - 2:30pm, 5pm - 8pm
Friday11:45am - 2:30pm, 5pm - 9pm
Saturday11:45am - 2:30pm, 5pm - 9pm
SundayClosed