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    Cielito Lindo

    4.0 (89 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    CIELITO LINDO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Beef chimichangas
    Jeremy R.

    My wife and I have eaten here several times and I can't believe I haven't left a review. This restaurant is very good. The restaurant is very clean and the service is amazing. The food has plenty of flavor and the portions are good size. I had the tom special and would recommend it to anyone with a big appetite.

    Cute entrance - order the special!
    Helen A.

    Stopped here on our way back to Georgia from Gatlinburg thanks to YELP! Loved the review "best Mexican food, but you have to go to Vonore" Good service, cute decor and really good food. I got the Special of the day called "Burrito San Jose!" ~ super delicious. I rarely order burritos, it sounded (and was) so good - grilled steak, shredded pork with chorizo and white cheese on top served with beans and rice! I'm adding this to my Yelp favorite stops around Gatlinburg collection.

    Crunchy Tacos, 2 beef & 2 chicken, Rice and Beans.
    Yolanda C.

    This was an unplanned visit as we were shopping next door. First impressions from the outside didn't appeal to me. It's a strip mall. However walking in, I was surprised and I felt welcomed into my culture. The Mexican decor you find brings the ambiance of Mexican food. I was not disappointed. I'm a former Californian with the pallet of Mexican food from San Diego, Chula Vista and Tijuana. Immediately served hot chips and salsa that were oh so good. I ordered the crunchy tacos known in Tennessee as the fried tacos. And to my surprise I got Rolled Tacos that I've been craving since I moved here. The refried beans and rice are just like my Mom use to make. Pair this up with a margarita and you've just had a great dining experience. Our server Eufronio was attentive and served us well. Price was excellent. We are coming back.

    Steak fajita Chimichanga

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    1 month ago

    Food and drinks are always good and plentiful. Love the decor. Staff is friendly and polite.

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    11 months ago

    Just went with my daughter and granddaughter, they sit us at 2:04pm at 2:25pm nobody came to ask for anything not even water.

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    2 years ago

    Love this restaurant. Margaritas are great and food as well. Love their fajitas. The staff is always so welcoming.

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    2 years ago

    The food is consistently good and the margaritas are fabulous! The service is fast and the decor is lively!

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    3 years ago

    Large menu, good food, great prices, fun fun place to spend with friends! Staff so friendly.

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    3 years ago

    Always a great choice. Food never disappoints. Do have to wait at times, but everyone is very friendly and happy to help.

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    5 years ago

    Great food and great service! I always get the fajitas and ACP. Both are really good. The guacamole is fresh and the salsa is just right.

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    4 years ago

    Loved this spot! The food was excellent! Service was also fantastic! I will definitely be coming here every time I am in town.

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    Nice new Mexican restaurant opened and I decided to pop in for some lunch. Love the look and…read moreatmosphere here. Traditional look and it looks so clean and new inside. Service was quick and within minutes I was munching on chips and salsa with my drink in hand. Salsa was good with a mild spice so anyone can handled this with the option of spicing it up more if you wish. Ordered the lunch Chimichanga with regular sides and it was cooked perfectly. I would like to come sometime after work so I can try out some drinks.

    Dirty & Dangerously Careless with Hygiene and Food Allergies - El Jimador…read more I had one of the most shocking and unsafe dining experiences I've ever had at El Jimador. We were seated at a table still covered in sticky residue and leftover food from the previous guests. We waited 5 minutes, hands in the air, before someone came to clean it. Before ordering, I clearly told our waitress, Maria (older woman, dark hair) that I have a dairy allergy and that no dairy could be on my food. She said she understood. When my plate arrived, there was cheese on the beans. I sent it back, and ten minutes later, Maria returned with a "fixed" plate. Halfway through eating, I discovered beans with cheese hidden under the toppings -- meaning I had already consumed dairy. For someone with an allergy, this is not a "small mistake" -- it's dangerous and can cause hours of severe illness or even send someone to the hospital. When I asked for the manager, Manuel was dismissive, handed me his business card, and said, "Call me if you make it to the hospital." I explained my symptoms would mean a long night of stomach pain and severe bathroom issues, and that I had been clear about my allergy multiple times. His response? "What do you think I should do?" When I suggested at the very least comping the meal, as I would be running the pharmacy shortly after, Maria refused and sarcastically said, "Call us when you make it to the hospital," rolling her eyes. This was not just poor service -- it was dangerously negligent. The lack of cleanliness, blatant disregard for a stated allergy, and mocking attitude toward a serious medical concern show a complete failure in basic food safety and hospitality. If you have any dietary restrictions or care about hygiene, do not trust this restaurant with your health.

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