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    El Castillo

    4.0 (44 reviews)
    Closed • 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Huevos Rancheros
    Jim E.

    I was looking for a good place for a Mexican breakfast. El Castillo fit the bill. Old school authenticity, atmosphere, great food and friendly and courteous service at a fair price. My Huevos Rancheros with pork chop and Mexican style potatoes was great. Salsa and tortillas made on site and were wonderful

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    Jen E.

    Just a few minute walk from Riverwalk. Casual restaurant with good service. I heard I'm supposed to try puffy tacos while in San Antonio, so that's what I ordered. One chicken and one beef. Much preferred the beef. It was delicious served with refried beans and rice; loved the beans. Served with two sauces on the side. Lots of food. Also served nachos and salsa at the start, the chips were thick and crispy. Salsa a bit spicy. I got a fresh squeezed lemonade and water, both in huge cups. Reasonably priced. I recommend it!

    Fideo Loco
    Scott B.

    This place is a gem. Great food here, and you can't go wrong - enchiladas verdes, fideo loco, and their house salsas are all great. Daily lunch specials, too - Friday is fideo loco and it's easily the best version of that I've ever had. Servers are super nice and attentive. If I'm in town for a week I hit this spot for lunch at least twice!

    The best part of working downtown again, is finding El Castillo restaurant and being able to enjoy True Authentic Mexican food... Great Service, Great Food and a Great Staff. I work with older American's and their food prices makes it affordable for them on a tight budget to also enjoy eating out. thank you to the Castillo family for all the years of service. Paty G -

    My son on his birthday

    food was great, service was great. We had breakfast and I was extremely satisfied. we were there for my son's birthday and our anniversary.

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    Food was very good but not outstanding. Service was good, waitress was very attentive. Ambiance was good for a lunch meal.

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    9 months ago

    Delicious breakfast tacos with a smile. Short walk from our river walk hotel Contessa. I've walked here 3 years in a row, so far.

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    Very tasty food and great service. You get great value for your dollar. Great addition to downtown. Family owned and operated.

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    Have had about one of everything and honestly haven't been disappointed one bit. The food is amazing and the service is superb!

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    Place has good, cheap eats. Plenty of tables. Great service everyone is pleasant. Looking great for to go if someone is sleeping in

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    Love this place! Chicken tacos and torta de milanesa are DELISH! And the sweet tea! Definitely a great place for an enjoyable meal.

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