Carlos Mexican Grill

I got the fajitas. The good and bad:
Good — the fajitas were good. The service was great until time to pay the check.
Bad — salsa was okay. Chips were okay. The rice was reheated and dry.

I’ll leave my first review below this UPDATE. While I can’t prove that it came from here, after eating here on a unexpected trip to town because of family illness, I began immediately to feel bad. By the next day it had progressed to an emergency room visit (I’ll review the hell-​hole that is Russell ER later). It robbed me of two days and was the most painful thing I’ve ever experienced. I personally have very little doubt that it came from here, but of course can’t say for sure.
Also, the service was a disappointment. Got a half-​pitcher of top-​shelf margarita but had to ask for a glass twice. The place wasn’t that busy, but the waiter seemed flustered.
Here’s my original review just for comparison:
A great Mexican restaurant experience located in an old roller rink. .. it doesn’t look like much from the outside, but inside it is roomy, festive and wonderful! A surprise for Alexander City!
First of all, the service is excellent. That’s always a plus. The chips were fresh and the salsa tasty. All of the food was fresh, well-​prepared and nicely portioned. My top shelf margarita was well made and delicious.
If you’re in Alexander City and like Mexican food — give this gem a try — you’ll be glad you did!

Pretty good Mexican food. It doesn’t look like much from the outside, but it’s my favorite restaurant in town.