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Big Al's

4.1 (119 reviews)
InexpensiveFast Food, Mexican
Open • 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Classy
Dogs allowed

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Robin E.

Where to start... first off this is a family owned spot and they always give amazing customer service. Clean diner vibes with some cool memorabilia . The burgers are legit. Oversized, fresh buns and really good fry sauce. They also serve authentic Mexican food and it's good!!! Definitely recommend!!

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Melissa M.

Great burgers, fries & onion rings! Took half home. Very friendly owner & son. We will be back!

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Michelle L.

Cute little restaurant with a lot of history. Big Al used to own the place. Now a friendly man named Arturo owns it. Very tasty burgers and it's rare that I feel like I had too many fries . Didn't get the chance to try the Mexican food which sounded like it was also good here. The kiddos enjoyed their chicken nuggets and fries.

Nice seating area with room for a crowd and delicious food.
Ken F.

Great location, parking and super comfortable seating with a good crew of construction workers finishing up lunch - always a good sign. The pastrami sandwich was quite good with plentiful meat but the rye bread could use a little beefing up. The onion rings were excellent. My son had the enchilada/taco combo and was thoroughly pleased !

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You want burgers and milkshakes? The best. You want Mexican food? Delicious. And the owner, Arturo, is so fun and friendly!

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7 years ago

Best customer service in all of ashland awesome food and it comes out fast. Definite 5/5.

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Solid diner menu, with good burgers and tater tots!, but wouldn't go out of way

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16 years ago

Very clean Quick friendly service food is a 8 on the 10 scale

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13 years ago

You gotta try Big Al's 1/2 Pounder with cheese, it's delicious!!

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An Ashland classic and a local essential! Great, cheap food and a friendly, kind owner!

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Friendly owners is the plus. Fish and chips were no good. The fish was not tender it flakey. The tamale and enchilada is standard fare.

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Fantastic burgers, fries and shakes. Highly recommend!

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Great food and even better service! Nice family owned restaurant. We will be back for sure!!!

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this place is super good! everything was cooked perfect and quick, not greasy. pretty cheap too!

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So good the first time we returned on our way back home. Great decor and very friendly service from…read moreeveryone. First time we arrived at 6:00 on Cinco de Mayo and their 15th anniversary. Place was packed but we were quickly seated. Great drinks, loved the 22oz frozen mug with on tap brews. The Molcajete was outstanding as was El Paraiso Plate and Pollo Poblano. Chips were fresh, crispy and warm. Salsa was very good. Guacamole was great. Some of the best Mexican food I've ever had - anywhere, including trips to Mexico. We will definitely return when in the area.

This restaurant is conveniently located just off I-5 and next to several hotels on the East side of…read moreAshland. We walked in at dinner time and got a great seat right away. The chips and salsa brought out were fresh and delicious. We liked the kids menu and the options that were available. We shared the molcajete and were super impressed. We were told later that most people don't finish it if they eat it alone and I believe it because the portion was so generous. The chicken and steak were thin but well cooked and seasoned. The cactus and vegetables and grilled queso were flavorful. The sauce tied everything together and the bacon wrapped shrimp was so yummy. In addition to a giant bowl of flavor, we got a plate of rice, beans, guac/sour cream/pico, and tortillas. The inside was clean and had some fun decor. The team taking care of us was attentive. The margaritas were flavorful, well priced, and tasted as fresh as the fruit in them. I plan to go back the next time we are in town to try some more of their many options.

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In a dining landscape often cluttered with performative fussiness, Cocorico on North Ist Street…read moreoffers a welcome recalibration. Chef Nat Borsi's modern Mediterranean haven is a testament to substance over style, a place where "farm-to-table" isn't a marketing slogan but a palpable ethos. The menu, which deftly avoids the trap of being overextended, delivers singular triumphs. The Mushroom Bolognese is a masterclass in vegetarian depth, a richly savory ragout that satisfies on a primal level. The house-made pastas shine; the Lamb Bucatini offers meaty, soulful complexity, while the Seafood Pasta is a testament to the pristine ingredients of the Pacific Northwest. For the carnivore, the Roasted Chicken is a beautifully simple, perfectly executed dish that speaks to the kitchen's bedrock technique. With service that is as warm as the intimate, welcoming ambiance, Cocorico is not just a meal-it's a cornerstone of the Ashland dining experience.

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Cocorico - The back patio at Cocorico is fully enclosed, heated, aesthetic and atmospheric

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