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Chula Maria Mexican Grill & Bar

4.2(1,688)· Google4.2 out of 5 from 1688 reviews (Google rating)Mexican Restaurant$
Open now · closes 9:00 PM
(586) 323-9494 Directions tacolocomexicanrestaurant.com

Quick facts

Chula Maria Mexican Grill & Bar is a mexican restaurant at 52899 Van Dyke Ave in Shelby Township, MI, open daily from 12:00 PM. Call +1586-323-9494 for details.

Address
52899 Van Dyke Ave, Shelby Township, MI 48316
Phone
+1586-323-9494
Hours today
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Price
$

About Chula Maria Mexican Grill & Bar

Chula Maria Mexican Grill & Bar serves classic Mexican food at 52899 Van Dyke Ave in Shelby Township, MI. The setting is colorful and festive, with a casual, cozy atmosphere and a weekly mariachi band. Lunch and dinner are available, along with small plates, vegetarian options, comfort food, and desserts. The on-site bar serves beer, wine, cocktails, and liquor, and the restaurant offers both happy-hour food and drinks as well as late-night food.

The restaurant welcomes families, groups, and solo diners, with a children’s menu and high chairs available. It accepts reservations and offers table service, takeout, curbside pickup, delivery, and catering. Wheelchair-accessible features include the entrance, parking, seating, and restroom. Listed parking options include free street parking, a free parking lot, and a paid parking lot. Chula Maria has a Google rating of 4.2 stars from 1,688 reviews.

Known for

  • Weekly mariachi band
  • Colorful, festive setting
  • Happy-hour food and drinks
  • Vegetarian options and small plates
  • Children’s menu and high chairs

What to order

Mentioned in reviews

  • margarita

Popular times

Usually as busy as it gets right now · Typical visit volume reported by Google.

Mon

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 18 of 100, 12p: 28 of 100, 1p: 33 of 100, 2p: 36 of 100, 3p: 41 of 100, 4p: 48 of 100, 5p: 56 of 100, 6p: 60 of 100, 7p: 54 of 100, 8p: 42 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Tue

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 27 of 100, 12p: 39 of 100, 1p: 41 of 100, 2p: 42 of 100, 3p: 50 of 100, 4p: 70 of 100, 5p: 90 of 100, 6p: 100 of 100, 7p: 86 of 100, 8p: 62 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Wed

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 20 of 100, 12p: 28 of 100, 1p: 32 of 100, 2p: 32 of 100, 3p: 38 of 100, 4p: 46 of 100, 5p: 60 of 100, 6p: 66 of 100, 7p: 61 of 100, 8p: 45 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Thu

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 28 of 100, 12p: 41 of 100, 1p: 42 of 100, 2p: 42 of 100, 3p: 40 of 100, 4p: 47 of 100, 5p: 61 of 100, 6p: 73 of 100, 7p: 68 of 100, 8p: 48 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Fri

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 28 of 100, 12p: 35 of 100, 1p: 36 of 100, 2p: 32 of 100, 3p: 36 of 100, 4p: 54 of 100, 5p: 77 of 100, 6p: 91 of 100, 7p: 84 of 100, 8p: 62 of 100, 9p: 41 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Sat

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 14 of 100, 12p: 25 of 100, 1p: 37 of 100, 2p: 48 of 100, 3p: 66 of 100, 4p: 82 of 100, 5p: 97 of 100, 6p: 98 of 100, 7p: 84 of 100, 8p: 58 of 100, 9p: 34 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Sun

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 0 of 100, 12p: 20 of 100, 1p: 24 of 100, 2p: 28 of 100, 3p: 37 of 100, 4p: 51 of 100, 5p: 65 of 100, 6p: 68 of 100, 7p: 54 of 100, 8p: 33 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Google rating breakdown

1,688 ratings on Google. Ratings and counts are Google's, not ours.

  • 5★1,015
  • 4★314
  • 3★144
  • 2★81
  • 1★134

What people mention

Topics counted across Google reviews.

  • margaritas×100
  • fajitas×34
  • buffet×30
  • puffy tacos×19
  • botana×10
  • house margarita×5
  • bar seating×4
  • homemade chips×2
  • fresh dipped tacos×2
  • chicken chimichanga×2

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What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “I’ve lived in San Francisco for many years. The food there is hard to beat. But this place? Omg. This is the best authentic Mexican food I have had since moving back to Michigan. And the margarita? Yum. I found out the owners …”

    — Angie Mistretta, September 26, 2026 · google

  • “My favorite restaurant! They have the best Botana.”

    — Theresa Cleveland, September 10, 2026 · google

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Chula Maria Mexican Grill & Bar — frequently asked

Is Chula Maria Mexican Grill & Bar open on Mondays?
Yes — Chula Maria Mexican Grill & Bar is open Monday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Where is Chula Maria Mexican Grill & Bar?
Chula Maria Mexican Grill & Bar is at 52899 Van Dyke Ave, Shelby Township, MI 48316.
How expensive is Chula Maria Mexican Grill & Bar?
Google lists Chula Maria Mexican Grill & Bar in the $ price range for mexican restaurants in Shelby Township, MI.
What is the phone number for Chula Maria Mexican Grill & Bar?
You can reach Chula Maria Mexican Grill & Bar on +1586-323-9494.

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