This was a great find on our day trip to Hershey's The staff…read morewas great very patient with our big group The cocktails were amazing and the food was excellent We tried the seafood fajitas , We tried chicken enchiladas ,chicken quesadillas, mole chicken and we had a vegetarian group with us and they had a lot of vegetarian options. They all tasted good. Their corn was really good

I live fairly close to this spot and have heard good things about it so I decided to give it a try…read morefor a weeknight dinner with the hubby. Let me just start off by saying the place itself is beautiful, antiqueish like but also gave me Mexican culture to the max. Which I loved. I visited Mexico before so it definitely was nice to see that. Everyone from the host to our server were so nice and friendly. We loved our server, he kept us laughing and was great with his attentiveness to the table. The menu offers a lot! Lol from traditional plates to vegetarian options. I wanted to try something different so I picked the San Jose burrito. A burrito stuffed with chicken, rice, chorizo, beans and topped with a jalapeño cheese sauce.. it was beyond what I expected. It was so flavorful! Loved every bite lol if you come here, I highly recommend. Hubby got the Tacos Del Mar which came with three tacos. 1- shrimp, 1- fried fish & 1-seared fish. His plate came with rice too. Which I think is great for the price and the portion they give you. We also order table side guacamole because you always need to have some gua when you're at Mexican restaurant right?!?!! Lol. Everything was absolutely delicious. Friendly staff , very nice spot. Go check it out if you haven't.

Rita was a fantastic server ! She remembered our dogs name immediately and brought her some water…read moreas well. we had the shrimp fajitas and taco trio. everything was fresh, well seasoned and delicious!

El Rancho was such a fun spot for a Mexican dinner! The portions are huge, the presentation is…read moreamazing, and everything we tried was packed with flavor. We ordered a few different dishes, including the mixed fajitas with steak, chicken, and shrimp, plus the shrimp and grilled meats. Everything came out hot, seasoned well, and sizzling! The grilled pineapple on top was such a good touch, and the sides especially the rice, beans, guacamole, and Mexican street corn were delicious. I also loved how there were plenty of options to choose from, so everyone at the table could find something they wanted. The atmosphere was lively and perfect for a casual dinner with family or friends.

We have been coming here for 27 years. How is this my first review of them! Probably cause I always…read moreget so excited We both got house margaritas. Tasty as always. They gave us waters first when we arrived As always I get the carnitas entree with rice & beans. I do love their salsa as it tastes fresh & flavorful. Hubby got the carnita enchiladas with mole. He tried a new food & loved it. Mole is this lip smacking peppers, tomato & onion sauce. Try it- you'll love it. We got the flan which is creamy, silky and delicious!

Sunday afternoon and I'm craving some birria tacos. I have a coupon for Herby's so here we go at 3…read morepm. The parking lot is empty (not unusual for this time of day) and we're the only customers. Upon entering, the hostess/waitress seemed annoyed we came in, based on her demeanor. I had a sense to walk right out before being seated but I'm starving, so let's see what happens... Not many places charge for a basket of chips and salsa, but here they do ($3.99). I can't recall if that was the case last few times I was here. They were crispy and I did really enjoy the red salsa. I ordered two quesabirria tacos and one chicken taco since they were only available à la cart. The wife got two shrimp tacos. Mine came with a side of consommé that was mostly water and lacked flavor. I had to add salt to the tacos since they needed flavor that the consommé wasn't providing. The salsa Verde that came on the chicken was medium spicy and had a nice kick to it. It actually made me sweat, but in a good way. We ate pretty quickly because I just wasn't feeling a good vibe inside the restaurant. I asked for the check and presented my coupon. While getting checked out at the register, I asked for change for a $20 (for a cash tip) in the form of a 10 and two fives and was presented a 10 a five and five ones. I did not want the one dollar bills because I had several in my pocket already. Again, this waitress either just didn't care or I don't know wtf her problem was. No positive energy at all and left me wondering "why?" Your customers are your livelihood, treat them nicely and they'll keep coming back for more... Not sure we'll be back anytime soon based on the attitude. Food was good, not great. Sorry for the 3 stars, just couldn't "get it up" to 4.

Awesome food! It was friendly and quick. Not much else to say...but it has to be 85 characters:-)read more

Decent little Mexican place in the Allison Hill section of Harrisburg. It is located on Derry…read moreStreet in a blue & red building with two satellite dishes (see exterior photo). The restaurant itself had a few tables, a frozen ice cream box, video chance games, a huge rack of phone cards and several pictures decorating the walls. Most of the pictures depicted scenes from mexico, such as poncho villa, zapata, rural life, cows, etc... one of the walls was covered in mirrors and had a sombrero hanging on it. They have standard tacos at 2.50 apiece, chicken, beef or pork. We tried several of them. There was also a Torta for 8.50 that was pretty decent. There was some type of hot sauce (Valentina brand) here that that we put on it made it significantly better. The helado de fresa or strawberry ice cream ($1.50) balanced it out. We also had the Bistek Ranchero: it came with 6 yellow corn tortillas, onions, cilantro, beans, rice & lots of beef, mixed with red pepper. That cost 14.00 pretty decent if you ask me. What makes this place stand out in my opinion is the " tostada ceviche de camaron " or lime marinaded seafood salad on a deep fried corn tortilla. This item is occasionally also available at competitors but not nearly as good. 5 Stars, incredible food!

Love this place Great store in the back…read more Amazing food Good service Can't wait to go back

From CA, on business in PA, coworker recommends this place for lunch…read more You walk in and the art and decor are mind blowing, simply amazing, literally took a photo of like every booth and they were all different. Then I get this humongous plate of piping hot fajitas, chicken and steak, literally haven't stopped thinking about this place since my visit, it has entirely ruined fajitas from anywhere else because this is the gold standard that cannot be beat!

I've had tacos from all over--from the East Coast as far north as New York City, midway in Virginia…read moreBeach, Virginia, and all the way south in Miami, Florida. I can't forget the Midwest, Southern Texas, and everywhere in between, like Austin. Now, the best tacos I've ever had in my life were at Lucy's in LA--but let's not talk about Los Angeles, even though I wish I were there with the palm trees and the ocean breeze, where I don't sneeze because of allergies! The second best I've ever had is at this Mexican spot right off Derry Street in Harrisburg, PA. As soon as you walk in the door, there's a beautiful yellow that automatically makes you feel like you're sitting in the countryside of a sweet Mexican village. Although I haven't been to Mexico yet, I can only imagine how it feels with the beautiful Aztec culture all around, the pictures, and, of course, those wonderful plants that tequila is made from displayed on the wall. When I order, I do it by numbers because I'm not fluent in Spanish yet, but hearing the staff speak Spanish makes me feel like I'm getting the real deal. I always get a Mexican soda or an imported drink so that every bite and sip teleports me right to where the food originated. Now, some people may shy away from this place because of the area it's in, but I guarantee you can call ahead to order or just sit inside. You won't have any problems--the food comes out fast, hot, and consistent every single time. I hope my review helps you pick where you want to eat next! If you want more reviews or enjoy a good story, please check out my YouTube channel: **@brandenleebutler**

The place is one of the nicer taco shops in the Harrisburg area, very clean-looking. Upon ordering,…read moreyou get complimentary chips and salsa. I ordered 5 tacos: 1 birria, because I'd never tried their version before and wanted to be safe; the other 4 were 2 carnitas and 2 asada. I also ordered a plate of rice and refried beans. The rice isn't your traditional yellow Mexican-style rice; at least, I've never had it like this ever before, and I eat lots of Mexican food. It had corn and pigeon peas in it but was still very delicious. The carnitas and steak tacos weren't my favorite--not bad at all, just not my favorite--but the birria was top-tier A1. Honestly, overall, every single thing was good and worth it. 25 bucks got me 5 tacos stuffed to the brim, a very generous serving of rice and refried beans, with a soda. And the service was great!

Absolutely fresh, flavorful, and delicious! Let's start with the chips and salsa: fresh chips,…read moresalted perfectly, not greasy, and the salsa had so much flavor and was so fresh. Next up, Fajita El Puente (chicken/steak/shrimp). FRESH corn tortillas (didn't even need to specify corn because this place is great), the flavor of the fresh veggies, the perfectly seasoned shrimp (did I taste some old bay???) and the perfectly cooked chicken and steak (not dry at all and so much flavor)....chef's kiss! We loved the smaller shreds of steak. The refried beans were awesome - not watery or overcooked, well seasoned. Everything was great!!! Service was outstanding! Chef (Ramon) is so attentive to his customers. All we were missing were fresh margaritas!! (Fingers crossed someday!) We plan to be regulars here. The restaurant is small and quaint with Mexican music and vibrant decor. Not a lot of tables and Ramon says they are BYOB! This place will become a local favorite!

A gem of New Cumberland. Great food every time and really nice people too. You'll plan your next…read morevisit mid meal. If you aren't eating in, order ahead of time as it's cooked/grilled to order and there isn't a ton of extra room to wait on busy nights or times.

El Sol Mexican Restaurant is a solid, dependable option in downtown Harrisburg. It has the…read morepolished, franchise-style atmosphere you'd expect from a higher-end chain Mexican restaurant--comfortable, clean, and consistent, though not particularly distinctive. I tend to sit at the bar, where the service is friendly, attentive, and quick even on busy nights. The bartenders mix a good jalapeño margarita, and drinks in general are reliably well-made. The food is about what you'd expect for the price point and location: decent portions, fresh enough, and served promptly. It's a good place for happy hour, small groups, or casual work gatherings, though it can get crowded with business folks and local professionals during the week. When the weather's nice, the small outdoor seating area adds a nice touch. I rate it four stars mainly because, having grown up out West, my expectations for Mexican food lean toward more authentic regional flavors. El Sol offers the standard Tex-Mex fare you'll find in much of the East, tasty but not distinctive. Still, it's friendly, clean, and consistent, which makes it a dependable choice for this area.

My first visit to El Sol lined up with 3rd in the Burg, so I wisely made a reservation for 5:30…read more Turns out we arrived early and were seated immediately (maybe my "I'm starving" comment helped). Inside, the vibe is warm and festive: colorful artwork, low-top tables, a lively bar stocked with tequilas, and gorgeous Moravian star lights glowing overhead. The menu is extensive -- everything from tacos and burritos to rice bowls, full entrées, and massive multi-person feasts served in lava rock molcajetes. Most dishes land around $20, or you can snag tacos individually for $5.50. We started with the Mexican Seafood Dip and wow... game changer. Shrimp, bay scallops, crab, and mushrooms all swimming in a red tomatillo sauce, baked under a gooey blanket of cheese, and served with chips. Unlike so many "seafood" dips that are 90% cheese, El Sol delivers with generous amounts of actual seafood. It was piping hot, hearty, and plentiful -- enough that we happily took leftovers home. For mains, I went with a Birria Taco (plus a trusty Diet Coke). Juicy, cheesy, crispy perfection -- I could've polished off three more but restrained myself. Adventure Buddy chose Camarones A La Diabla -- jumbo Gulf shrimp and mushrooms in a three-chile sauce. Bright red, spicy but not overpowering, and loaded with shrimp that were actually jumbo. He was a happy camper. Our total came to $62 with tip, which felt fair for the quality and portions. Service was attentive and friendly, and the noise level low enough for both conversation and even a quick phone call. Parking is the usual downtown Harrisburg scene -- no on-site lot, but free street parking after 5 and garages nearby make it easy enough. Bottom line: great food, colorful atmosphere, and a menu that's begging us to come back. Next time, I'm eyeing one of those lava rock molcajetes.

This is one of these places that once I saw it, I knew it was going to be good…read more The smaller places that are usually low key. Are the ones with the good food. Great food that's flavorful and authentic. I grabbed food to go. But there was a decent amount of people having dinner. It smelled amazing when I waked in. Young man who was in the counter was friendly and helpful in attending me. It also looked very clean and some beautiful colorful decor. Do yourself a favor and STOP going to the place down the block "El Rancho" for " Mexican " food. That's not authentic, & it's way over priced for wack food, in my opinion. What I ordered.. -Tacos Mixtos platter (mixed tacos - meaning whatever meat choice you'd like) I got chorizo, chicken & carnitas (roasted pork) -Smothered Burrito. Everything was delicious. Chicken was tender and flavorful. The burrito had all the fix ins and can be shared. Great portion for the price!

Great salsa bar to flavor up your meal. I tried 5 different salsas with my chicken chimichanga…read more The chimichanga was made fresh while I waited and was delicious. I'll be back!

Horrible! Being from San Diego, we know mexican food. This is NOT it! Service was ok at best (we…read morewere the only 2 people in the restaurant. Carne asada had no seasoning at all. Rice was plain. Try tres hermanos if you want real Mexican food!